The Facts: Montgomery isn't your standard running back. He lined up at wide receiver for most of his career, staying a wideout during his Stanford days before the Packers moved him to running back roughly five years ago. The Saints coaching staff sees Montgomery's skillset and is looking to take advantage of his offensive fluidity. "I see a Swiss army knife," running backs coach Joel Thomas said, using the oft-used descriptor for quarterback Taysom Hill. ... The worst thing we could do right here today is, is sit there and pigeonhole and say, 'Hey, you're going to be put in this position and that's it.'"

Diehards Line:Montgomery has totaled 1,035 yards rushing and 98 yards receiving in his five seasons in the league with the Packers, Ravens and the New York Jets. Even with less-than-average numbers for a fifth-year veteran, Montgomery is confident in what he can do if afforded the right opportunity. "My 'lack of stats' is no indication of my ability," Montgomery tweeted in mid-June. Thomas called Montgomery a "complete" running back, saying he's talented in run, pass, catch situations and has the ability to block. At 6-foot, 216 pounds, Thomas sees someone similar to a Travaris Cadet or a Pierre Thomas.