D.j. Montgomery

Career StatsC

Year	Team	GP	Rec	Yards	TD
Career		10	6	92	1
2025		1	—	—	—
2024		3	3	51	0
2023		7

Current Contract

Contract Value Index (CVI)

D.J. Montgomery drew a C+ on the Contract Value Index — a calibrated read on Indianapolis's cap allocation at WR. At $1.03M AAV on a one-year deal, Montgomery's contract reflects his standing as a depth piece rather than a meaningful contributor, and that valuation aligns cleanly with his C-grade performance profile and the brutal reality of his career production: six receptions and 92 receiving yards across four seasons. The 2025 season saw him appear in just one game before landing on Injured Reserve, a development that has effectively removed him from the Colts' offensive plans heading into 2026 and reinforced the organizational skepticism evident in their recent offensive signings elsewhere. At 29 with five years of professional experience, Montgomery is no longer operating in a developmental window — his inability to establish himself as a reliable target after this much time in the league is a clear indictment of both his ceiling and his fit at the position. The Colts' decision to sign multiple offensive linemen and a new quarterback while Montgomery sits sidelined signals minimal confidence in a near-term return to meaningful snaps, leaving his contract as a low-risk, low-reward asset that carries no meaningful cap implications. Unless he emerges from IR and delivers an unexpected training camp performance, this deal represents cap-neutral roster filler on the margins of the franchise's 2026 plans.

Contracts in the Same Value Band

Other same-position deals the Contract Value Index also places in the C band — a quick read on where D.j.'s contract sits relative to comparable money.

Performance Analysis

D.J. Montgomery is a four-year veteran wide receiver for the Indianapolis Colts who has appeared in just 10 career games, limiting his opportunity to establish consistency at the NFL level. Currently graded as a C-tier performer, Montgomery operates as a complementary receiver rather than a focal point of the offense. His limited sample size and sporadic playing time have prevented him from becoming a reliable fantasy asset or featured target in Indianapolis's passing attack. Montgomery's receiving profile shows notable efficiency on a per-catch basis, averaging 18.7 yards per reception—well above the NFL average of 12.13 yards and approaching elite territory at 21.81 yards. However, his volume metrics tell a starkly different story: he's averaging just 8.00 receiving yards per game compared to the league average of 18.39, exposing how infrequently he's being targeted. His touchdown production sits at 0.14 per game against a 0.18 average, indicating he lacks red-zone involvement and playmaking consistency when opportunities arise. Montgomery's trajectory has drifted downward across three seasons, declining from a D+ in 2023 through consecutive C-minus grades in 2024 and 2025. Moving forward, he faces an uphill battle to earn consistent snaps in a crowded Colts receiver room without demonstrating marked improvement in route-running precision and creating separation. Unless he can translate his per-catch efficiency into increased target volume and end-zone production, Montgomery will likely remain a depth option rather than a breakout candidate heading into 2026.

How D.j. Compares at the Position

D.j. Montgomery ranks 156th of 300 graded wide receivers by performance. That slots D.j. between Elijah Moore (C) just ahead and Andrew Armstrong (C) just behind.

Current Sentiment

D.J. Montgomery's public perception heading into the 2026 season reflects a harsh reality for the Indianapolis Colts receiver, earning a D- sentiment grade that accurately captures widespread indifference and disappointment. With career totals of just 92 receiving yards and 6 receptions across four NFL seasons, Montgomery has become the definition of a replacement-level depth piece who has failed to justify his roster spot. His current placement on Injured Reserve dominates the limited media coverage he receives, with headlines focusing more on his unavailability than any meaningful on-field contributions. The Colts organization appears to share this lukewarm assessment, as evidenced by their decision to pursue other talent while Montgomery sits sidelined, signaling minimal confidence in his future role within the franchise. At $1.0M annually, he represents a low-risk investment that has yielded virtually no return, leaving fans and analysts viewing him as a forgettable roster filler rather than a legitimate NFL contributor. Montgomery's inability to break through after four years has cemented his status as a player operating on the periphery of the league, generating more questions about roster construction than excitement about potential.