The Signing
Tyren Montgomery signed with the Tennessee Titans as an undrafted free agent on Saturday, April 25, 2026. Despite impressing at the Senior Bowl and earning recognition from NFL scouts and ESPN analysts, Montgomery was not selected during the 2026 NFL Draft. However, his performances at the Senior Bowl and Pro Days, including the Texans' local pro day, generated enough interest for the Titans to sign him immediately following the draft.
College Career
Montgomery played at John Carroll University, a Division III powerhouse, after transferring through Nicholls State. At JCU, he set numerous school records in his final two seasons, including most receptions in a single season, most receiving touchdowns for a wide receiver in a single season, and most receiving yards in a single season. Over 26 games in his final two years, he recorded 176 catches for 2,600 yards and 32 touchdowns. He was a first-team All-American and all-conference selection.
Unconventional Path to Football
Montgomery took an unusual route to professional football. A standout basketball player from College Park High School in Texas, he initially attended LSU as a basketball player and walked on to their football program. After his mother became ill, he returned to Houston to be with her. Playing flag football with his younger brother sparked his football dream, and he later joined Nicholls State's football program before transferring to John Carroll University where he thrived.
Pre-Draft Recognition
Montgomery's strong performances at elite all-star games earned significant attention from NFL scouts. He was invited to the American Bowl and impressed enough to earn an invitation to the Senior Bowl, where ESPN analyst Jordan Reid noted that if he had worn an Ohio State or Alabama helmet, scouts would never have suspected he was a Division III prospect. His impressive Senior Bowl performance generated buzz in NFL circles despite his lower-level college affiliation.
Personal Motivation
Montgomery's journey was deeply personal. His mother, Tara, envisioned his NFL future and spoke it into existence, but she passed away in the summer preceding the 2026 draft. Montgomery also lost two grandparents during this period. Despite this significant adversity and grief, he continued training and pursuing his goal, dedicating his journey to making his late mother proud. His father, Greg Montgomery, expressed pride in his continued determination through these losses. 
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