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Steven Montez (born January 14, 1997) is an American former professional football player who played quarterback in the National Football League (NFL). He played college football for the Colorado Buffaloes and signed with the Washington Football Team as an undrafted free agent in 2020.

Key Information

Early life

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Montez attended Del Valle High School in El Paso, Texas. During his career, he passed for 6,512 passing yards with 86 touchdowns, and 8,149 yards of total offense. He committed to the University of Colorado Boulder to play college football.[1] A three-star recruit, Montez chose Colorado over offers from Air Force, New Mexico State, and UTEP.[2][3]

College career

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After redshirting his first year at Colorado in 2015, Montez played in 10 games and made three starts as a redshirt freshman in 2016. He spent most of the season as the backup to Sefo Liufau, but started three games due to Liufau injuries. Overall he completed 83 of 140 passes for 1,078 yards, nine touchdowns and five interceptions.[4] Montez entered 2017 as the starting quarterback.[5] In 12 starts, he completed 228 of 377 passes for 2,975 yards, 18 touchdowns and nine interceptions.[6][7] Montez returned as the starter in 2018.[8] He returned again for his senior season in 2019.[2]

Professional career

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Montez with the Washington Football Team in 2020
Pre-draft measurables
Height Weight Arm length Hand span 40-yard dash 10-yard split 20-yard split 20-yard shuttle Three-cone drill Vertical jump Broad jump
6 ft 4 in
(1.93 m) 		231 lb
(105 kg) 		32+3⁄4 in
(0.83 m) 		9+3⁄8 in
(0.24 m)		 4.68 s 1.59 s 2.75 s 4.43 s 7.25 s 33.0 in
(0.84 m)		 9 ft 9 in
(2.97 m)
All values from NFL Combine[9][10]

Washington Football Team

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Montez signed with the Washington Football Team as an undrafted free agent following the 2020 NFL draft.[11] He was waived on September 5, 2020 and signed to the practice squad the next day.[12][13] Montez was elevated to the active roster on December 18 and December 26 for the team's weeks 15 and 16 games against the Seattle Seahawks and Carolina Panthers, and reverted to the practice squad after each game.[14][15] He was signed to the active roster prior to the Week 17 game against the Philadelphia Eagles.[16]

Montez was waived by Washington on August 31, 2021.[17]

Detroit Lions

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On September 2, 2021, Montez was signed to the Detroit Lions' practice squad.[18] He signed a reserve/future contract with the Lions on January 10, 2022, but was waived on May 11, 2022.[19] He re-signed to the Lions' practice squad on December 22.[20]

Seattle Sea Dragons

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Montez was allocated to the Seattle Sea Dragons of the XFL on November 15, 2022,[21] but re-signed to the Lions' practice squad on December 22. He re-joined the Sea Dragons after his practice squad contract with the Lions expired.[22] The Sea Dragons folded when the XFL and USFL merged to create the United Football League (UFL).[23]

Edmonton Elks

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Montez signed with the Edmonton Elks on January 18, 2024.[24] He was placed on the retired list on May 3.[25]

Personal life

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Montez's father, Alfred, played in the NFL with the Oakland Raiders in 1996 and was his quarterback coach at Del Valle.[26] During his time at Colorado, Montez was a member of the Sigma Pi fraternity.[27]

Professional statistics

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Regular season

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Year League Team Games Passing Rushing
GP GS Record Cmp Att Pct Yds Avg TD Int Rtg Att Yds Avg TD
2023 XFL SEA 1 0 0-0 1 2 50.0 6 3.0 0 0 56.3 0 0 0.0 0

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Steven Montez (born January 14, 1997) is a former quarterback known for his college career with the Buffaloes, where he became one of the program's most prolific passers, and his subsequent professional endeavors in the and other leagues. Raised in , Montez grew up in a football-oriented family; his father, Alfred Montez, briefly played as a quarterback for the in 1996, while his mother, Mindy, was a standout athlete in . At Del Valle High School, he excelled as a three-star recruit, throwing for over 6,500 yards and 86 touchdowns across his career, earning all-district honors as a senior. Montez committed to in 2015 and redshirted his freshman year before emerging as the Buffaloes' starter in 2017, leading the team to with a 5-7 record. Over four seasons (2016–2019), he appeared in 45 games, starting 39, and amassed 9,710 passing yards, 63 touchdowns, and 33 interceptions, achieving a career of 134.9; he also contributed 987 rushing yards and set 43 school records, including marks for career passing yards, completions, and attempts. His senior year in 2019 was particularly notable, with 2,808 passing yards and 17 touchdowns despite the team's 5-7 finish, solidifying his legacy as the fourth quarterback to surpass 7,000 career passing yards. After going undrafted in the , Montez signed as a with the Washington Football Team (now Commanders), spending training camp and preseason there before being released. He briefly joined the ' practice squad in 2021 but did not see regular-season action in the . Subsequently, Montez ventured into other professional leagues, playing for the of the XFL in 2023 and the Edmonton Elks of the Canadian Football League in 2024. He retired from professional football in May 2024 and, as of 2024, serves as the coach at San Marin High School in .

Early life

Family and upbringing

Steven Montez was born on January 14, 1997, in Oakland, California. His family has deep roots in athletics, particularly football and volleyball. Montez's parents, Alfred and Mindy Montez, met as college athletes; Alfred was a standout quarterback at Texas Tech before transferring to Western New Mexico University, while Mindy excelled in volleyball at Western New Mexico. Alfred briefly played one season on the Oakland Raiders practice squad in 1996 as a quarterback. Alfred's experiences in the sport heavily influenced the household, providing young Steven with early guidance and inspiration from a professional athlete parent, while Mindy supported the family's athletic pursuits. The couple later divorced, but both remained involved in Steven's development. Steven has a younger brother, Raymond, who also played quarterback and followed him at Del Valle High School. The Montez family relocated several times during Steven's childhood, reflecting Alfred's coaching pursuits after his playing days. After time in , they moved to , where Alfred served as a and Raymond was born, before a brief period in , with Mindy. They then settled in , by the time Steven was 14. This relocation to El Paso exposed Montez to a new environment, but football remained a constant through family involvement, as Alfred transitioned to a role and emphasized the fundamentals he had mastered. From an early age, Montez showed strong athletic interests in multiple sports, including soccer and football, where he demonstrated talent as young as five or six years old. Influenced by his parents' backgrounds, he decided to pursue the position, honing skills under Alfred's coaching and embracing the leadership role central to his family's football legacy.

High school career

Montez attended Del Valle High School in , where he played for the Conquistadores. Over his four-year high school career, he amassed 6,512 passing yards and 86 passing touchdowns, while contributing to 8,149 total yards of offense. As a senior in 2014, Montez threw for 2,967 yards and ran for 1,058 yards, leading Del Valle to an 11-2 record and advancing the team to the bi-district and area rounds of the . For his performance, he earned second-team all-state honors, first-team all-city and all-district 2-5A accolades, and was named the El Paso area . Rated as a three-star recruit by , Montez committed to the on June 20, 2014.

College career

Early years (2015–2016)

Montez redshirted his freshman season in 2015 at the , where he did not appear in any games and focused on development as a backup to starting . During this time, he contributed to the scout team while practicing at , allowing him to acclimate to college-level preparation under head coach . As a redshirt freshman in 2016, Montez transitioned into a more prominent role due to Liufau's recurring injuries, appearing in 11 games and earning three starts. He completed 83 of 140 passes for 1,078 yards, nine , and five interceptions, while adding 231 rushing yards on 52 carries with one rushing . Montez made his collegiate debut against Idaho State on September 10, entering in relief and going 6-for-10 for 117 yards and two , marking the first touchdown passes of his career. His first career start came on September 24 against in a Pac-12 matchup, where he threw for 333 yards and three touchdowns while rushing for 135 yards and a score, leading to a 41-38 upset victory and becoming the first Buffaloes to achieve 300 passing and 100 rushing yards in a game. Montez started the following game against State on October 1, completing 19 of 27 passes for 293 yards and three touchdowns in a 47-6 win. These performances highlighted his adjustment to the intense Pac-12 competition, as he stepped into high-stakes roles under MacIntyre's guidance, helping the Buffaloes achieve a 10-4 record and a berth in the .

Later years (2017–2019)

As a in 2017, Montez emerged as the full-time starting quarterback for the , appearing in all 12 games and passing for 2,975 yards with 18 touchdowns and 9 interceptions while adding 338 rushing yards and 3 rushing scores. His performance helped guide the team to a 5-7 overall record and a 2-7 mark in Pac-12 play, though Colorado missed a bowl berth. Montez earned honorable mention All-Pac-12 recognition from the conference coaches for his efforts, marking his transition into a key offensive leader. In 2018, Montez built on his experience as a junior, starting all 12 games and throwing for 2,849 yards, 19 touchdowns, and 9 interceptions, complemented by 238 rushing yards and 4 rushing touchdowns. However, he suffered a severe injury against on November 17, where he sustained a compound fracture of his right and , requiring and limiting his mobility in the final games. Despite the setback, finished 5-7 overall and 3-6 in the Pac-12, with Montez's dual-threat ability remaining central to the offense. Montez returned as a fifth-year senior in 2019 under new head coach , starting 11 of the Buffaloes' 12 games and completing 255 of 405 passes for 2,808 yards, 17 touchdowns, and 10 interceptions, along with 153 rushing yards and 3 rushing scores. His consistent play earned him honorable mention All-Pac-12 honors from the coaches and the team's John Mack Award as the outstanding offensive player. Over his at Colorado, appearing in 46 games and starting 38, Montez set school records for passing yards (9,710) and passing touchdowns (63), solidifying his legacy as one of the program's most prolific quarterbacks while contributing to a 5-7 record in his final season.

Professional career

Washington Football Team (2020–2021)

Following the , Steven Montez signed with the Washington Football Team as an undrafted free agent on April 25, 2020. The team officially announced the signing among several undrafted rookies on April 28, 2020, providing Montez an opportunity to compete for a spot during a season disrupted by the . In his rookie year of 2020, Montez spent the entire season on Washington's after being added on September 6, 2020, with several elevations to the active roster for game days under expanded protocols that allowed up to 48 players. He did not appear in any regular-season games, focusing instead on development behind starters Dwayne and , as well as backups Kyle Allen and . The league's health and safety measures limited in-person activities early on, contributing to a compressed offseason and training camp for undrafted players like Montez. Entering the 2021 training camp, Montez competed for the third-string role, receiving reps with the third-team offense during practices. He appeared in two preseason games, completing 22 of 34 passes for 136 yards, one , and one interception, including a 17-of-24 performance for 108 yards against the on August 12. On August 30, 2021, Washington waived Montez as part of initial roster cuts ahead of the 53-man deadline, ending his tenure with the team after limited exposure.

Detroit Lions (2021–2022)

After being waived by the Washington Football Team, Montez signed with the ' on September 1, 2021. He remained on the Lions' for the entire , serving as a developmental behind starters and Tim Boyle without appearing in any regular-season games. On January 10, 2022, Montez signed a reserve/ contract with the Lions, securing his spot on the 2022 roster pending the season's start. During the 2022 offseason program, Montez participated in organized team activities and minicamp as part of the depth chart, which included Goff, Tim Boyle, and . However, the Lions waived Montez on , 2022, ahead of rookie minicamp to accommodate additional participants. Later that year, following an injury to emergency quarterback , the Lions re-signed Montez to their on December 22, . Montez did not elevate to the active roster or play in any games during his 2021–2022 tenure with , focusing instead on skill refinement in head coach Dan Campbell's system.

Seattle Sea Dragons (2023)

In January 2023, Steven Montez re-joined the of the XFL after a brief stint on the ' , signing as a behind starter . Montez appeared in 10 games during the regular season, primarily serving in a backup capacity without any starts. His limited on-field action resulted in 1 completion out of 2 attempts for 6 passing yards, with no touchdowns or interceptions and a 50.0% completion rate. As part of a strong Sea Dragons offense led by DiNucci, Montez contributed to the team's depth during a successful 7-3 , which secured second place in the North Division behind the 9-1 D.C. Defenders. The Sea Dragons advanced to the playoffs via a over the 7-3 but were eliminated in the North Division championship game, losing 37-21 to the Defenders. Following the season, the XFL suspended operations and merged with the USFL to form the United Football League (UFL) in June 2023, effectively ending the league's independent run.

Edmonton Elks (2024)

On January 18, 2024, Steven Montez signed with the of the Canadian Football League (CFL) as a backup , joining the team's depth chart behind starter and other reserves. During the 2024 preseason, Montez had limited participation in and practices but did not appear in any exhibition games, remaining lower on the depth chart as the Elks prepared for the regular season. He saw no action in the regular season, which began in June, due to his position on the roster and subsequent team decisions. Montez's tenure with the Elks lasted just over one month before he was placed on the team's reserve/retired list on May 3, 2024, effectively ending his brief CFL career without any reported injuries. The decision was driven by his desire to pursue opportunities, marking a pivot from playing to a new professional path.

Post-retirement

Retirement announcement

On May 3, 2024, the transferred quarterback Steven Montez to the retired list, marking his formal retirement from professional football, as noted in official CFL transactions. This came shortly after Montez had signed with the Elks in January 2024, ahead of the CFL season's start in June. In reflecting on his career transition, Montez expressed appreciation for the opportunities in professional football while highlighting his enthusiasm for moving into coaching, stating that it provided him "a lot of peace and a lot of fulfillment working with these kids." He noted having "so much fun coaching these kids — I had a blast last year," indicating a positive shift away from playing. The Elks quickly adjusted their quarterback depth chart following the retirement, signing American quarterback Obadiah Jones on May 7, 2024, and relying on veterans like Cam McInnis as the expected starter, without significant disruption to training camp preparations.

Coaching role

Following his retirement from professional football, Steven Montez entered the coaching field in the fall of 2024, taking on the role of quarterbacks coach at San Marin High School in . In this position, Montez mentors the school's quarterbacks, contributes to the development of passing schemes, and supports the Mustangs team, which competes in the Marin County Athletic League. This marks a formal step into after he had previously assisted informally during the 2023 offseason. In September 2024, Montez stated that provided him fulfillment by working with young players, drawing from his experience as a .

Career statistics

College statistics

Steven Montez appeared in 47 games for the Colorado Buffaloes from 2016 to 2019, starting 39 of them as the team's quarterback.

Passing Statistics

YearGamesCompletionsAttemptsCompletion %YardsTouchdownsInterceptionsYards per AttemptAdjusted Yards per AttemptYards per GamePasser Rating
2016118314059.31,078957.77.3898.0138.0
20171222837760.52,9751897.97.77247.9137.7
20181225839964.72,8491997.17.08237.4135.8
20191225540563.02,80817106.96.66234.0130.1
Career478241,32162.49,71063337.47.22206.6135.4
All passing statistics are from NCAA records via Sports-Reference.com.

Rushing Statistics

YearGamesAttemptsYardsYards per AttemptTouchdownsYards per Game
201611522314.4121.0
2017121323382.6328.2
201812942382.5419.8
201912651532.4312.8
Career473439602.81120.4
All rushing statistics are from NCAA records via Sports-Reference.com.

Professional statistics

Montez's featured limited playing time across the , XFL, and CFL, primarily as a backup . He appeared in no regular season games during his tenure with the Washington Football Team (2020–2021) and (2021–2022), spending most of his time on practice squads. His only action came in preseason contests, where he completed 21 of 35 passes for 160 yards with no touchdowns. In the XFL with the during the 2023 season, Montez appeared in 2 games as a , completing 1 of 2 passes for 6 yards with no touchdowns or interceptions. He had no rushing attempts. Montez signed with the of the CFL in 2024 but was placed on the retired list on May 3, 2024, before the season began, resulting in no appearances or statistics. He retired from professional football following this and, as of 2025, is serving as a high coach. Across all professional leagues, Montez totaled 166 passing yards, 0 passing touchdowns, and 0 interceptions in his limited appearances.

NFL Preseason Statistics (2020–2022)

YearTeamGamesCompletions/AttemptsYardsTDsINTs
2020–2022Washington/Preseason only21/3516000

XFL Statistics (2023)

YearTeamGamesCompletions/AttemptsPassing YardsPassing TDsINTsRushesRushing Yards
202321/260000

CFL Preseason Statistics (2024)

YearTeamGamesCompletions/AttemptsYardsTDsINTs
2024Edmonton ElksNone (retired before season)0/0000

Professional Career Totals

LeagueGamesPassing YardsPassing TDsINTsRushing Yards
NFL (Preseason)-16000-
XFL26000
CFL (Preseason)0000-
Total2166000

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