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During preseason action, James Cook found himself at the center of a situation with the Buffalo Bills during Saturday’s game at Highmark Stadium. The two-time Pro Bowl running back was in uniform and took part in warmups but chose not to play once the game began, prompting Bills head coach Sean McDermott to address the […]

The Buffalo Bills and James Cook have not come to an agreement on a new contract, and that has led the running back to not participate in practice, despite being present. There was an update on Cook, and head coach Sean McDermott expected Cook to be out on the field, according to ESPN’s Alaina Getzenberg. […]

On Tuesday evening, HBO’s Hard Knocks premiered, with this season focusing on the training camp activities of the Buffalo Bills. One question that has been lingering over the Bills’ training camp so far is about the contract status of running back James Cook, who has held out of the last few days of practice as he […]

The Buffalo Bills enter the 2025 NFL season with the highest of expectations once again. They lost another postseason game to the Kansas City Chiefs last January and have reloaded to finally beat them. But Bills running back James Cook is holding out for a new contract, throwing a wrench into their offense. With Kyren […]

On Tuesday, the Los Angeles Rams came to an agreement on a new contract extension worth $33 million over three years with running back Kyren Williams, as reported by Adam Schefter of ESPN on X, formerly Twitter. The deal was initially reported by Drew and Jason Rosenhaus and brought to an end a saga that […]

One question on every Buffalo Bills fan’s mind as training camp continues is whether the team will work out a new contract with running back James Cook. Cook is currently holding out of practices in hopes of a new extension, one that Buffalo has been reluctant to provide up to this point. However, recently, NFL […]

The biggest question hovering over the Buffalo Bills as they take part in training camp in preparation for the upcoming 2025 NFL season is the contract status of James Cook. Cook has been holding out of practice recently as he hopes for an extension from the franchise, one that the Bills have thus far been […]

The Buffalo Bills enter the 2025 NFL season with high expectations once again. Josh Allen’s MVP season ended with another postseason loss to the Kansas City Chiefs last year. But they reloaded the defense, paid Allen, and are ready to go for 2025. The Bills are chugging along in training camp, but running back James […]

The biggest question hovering over the Buffalo Bills as they participate in training camp pertains to the contract status of running back James Cook. Cook held out of practice on Sunday as he looks for a new extension that would take him beyond his current contract, but the Bills have been reluctant to oblige him […]

One of the big storylines of this offseason for the Buffalo Bills is the contract situation of running back James Cook, who is hoping for a new extension. Cook has been in attendance at Bills training camp but held out of practice on Sunday, which caused concern for some fans about what his status may […]

Amid the Buffalo Bills’ training camp before their preseason schedule, one name kept coming out of the players’ mouths: Oklahoma City Thunder’s Alex Caruso. Fresh off of winning the 2025 NBA Finals against the Indiana Pacers, Caruso left a lasting impression. The Bills’ social media team asked a handful of players a question that led […]

With the Buffalo Bills and James Cook in a current contract dispute, his teammate in star quarterback Josh Allen, would go out of his way to endlessly compliment the running back. While the rumors around the situation with the Bills and Cook will continue, there’s no doubt that Allen cherishes him as a teammate. Allen […]

Recently, the Buffalo Bills began training camp in preparation for the 2025 NFL season, and one of the big questions on everyone’s mind was whether or not running back James Cook would be in attendance. Cook is seeking a new contract that cause some to speculate that he may hold out of training camp, but […]

The Buffalo Bills officially reported to training camp at St. John Fisher University in Rochester, NY, on July 22, and somewhat surprisingly, running back James Cook is there. The Pro Bowl runner wants a new contract, and a camp holdout seemed likely. However, head coach Sean McDermott says the back is not only present, “He’s […]

The Buffalo Bills are hoping that they finally get over the hump and return to the Super Bowl this upcoming season. But, running back James Cook’s contract situation could become a paramount issue well before the first snap of the campaign. Cook has not yet received a new contract extension. ESPN’s Alaina Getzenberg recently reported […]

The Buffalo Bills are feeling the pressure to win the Super Bowl in 2025. Buffalo went all in on upgrading its defense this offseason, which will hopefully allow them to get over the hump in the AFC playoffs. Now one Bills offensive player is receiving some big praise ahead of training camp later this month. […]

As one of the several stars dealing with contract drama, James Cook’s offseason has not gotten off to the best start. However, should he finally get the deal he desires, the Buffalo Bills running back has a strong chance of making history in 2025. If Buffalo can satisfy Cook by Week 1, he will have […]

Mandatory minicamp has started around the NFL, and with it, talk of which players will show up and which ones won’t due to their contract has popped up across the league. It is normal to expect this time of the year, but it’s still interesting to see which players are in contract disputes. One of […]

The Buffalo Bills should have a Super Bowl or bust mentality heading into the 2025 NFL season. Buffalo came incredibly close to the Super Bowl in 2024, but just could not get past Kansas City once again. The Bills got some encouraging news to kick off mandatory minicamp on Tuesday. Bills running back James Cook […]

The Buffalo Bills are ready to make some noise during the 2025 NFL season. Buffalo fell just short of the Super Bowl in 2024, but they will look to get back there this year. The Bills added several defensive players during the 2025 NFL Draft, which should help them match up against the league’s best […]

Buffalo Bills running back James Cook has been in a contract dispute with the franchise since the season ended. The organization has yet to fulfill his contract demands with summer around the corner. Head coach Sean McDermott shared an update regarding the disgruntled star and completely downplayed Cook’s absence from OTAs. When asked about James […]

The Buffalo Bills have gotten some good news recently. But a troubling injury report about a newly acquired free agent hurts. Also, the Bills have a contract issue. Did James Cook attend OTAs amid his contract dispute? And the answer landed in the negative column, according to a post on X by Tom Pelissero. #Bills […]

The Buffalo Bills front office hasn’t been shy when it comes to handing out long-term contract extensions this offseason, but one guy who has notably not earned the new deal he’s looking for is star running back James Cook. With talks between Cook and the Bills ongoing, he recently weighed in on the situation, providing […]

The Buffalo Bills, led by general manager Brandon Beane, have spent most of their offseason handing their core group of players big money contract extensions. One guy who has been notably absent from that group is running back James Cook, and while he has made it clear he is looking for a new deal, Beane […]

The Buffalo Bills are doing whatever it takes to get over the hump in the AFC playoffs. Buffalo added a ton of defensive talent during the 2025 NFL Draft. Hopefully those investments will pay off during the playoffs next season. The Bills may also be forced to make a tough decision about one of their […]

Dalvin Cook’s message was short, but loud: “$20M per 💯💯,” per X. The former Pro Bowl running back didn’t need to say much more to light up the NFL rumor mill. His brother, James Cook, currently RB1 for the Buffalo Bills, has yet to show up to the team’s voluntary workouts. Dalvin’s post — a […]

The Buffalo Bills are desperate to get over the hump in the AFC playoffs. Buffalo kept their Super Bowl window open by extending QB Josh Allen this offseason. Now the Bills need to add more talented players during the 2025 NFL Draft to help get them into the Super Bowl. Bills general manager Brandon Beane […]

The Buffalo Bills have been busy this offseason giving numerous players contract extensions. However, James Cook has yet to sign a contract extension this offseason despite being one of the only players on the roster being vocal about it. The latest rumor regarding the situation doesn’t bode well for the franchise, however, there is at […]

The Buffalo Bills are doing everything they can to win with QB Josh Allen. The Bills understand that the moves they make this offseason could help get them over the hump and into the Super Bowl. Buffalo may have lose one of their offensive stars after the 2025 season due to a contract dispute. Bills […]

During the 2024 NFL Playoffs, James Cook’s brother, Dalvin, posted on social media that the Buffalo Bills’ running back deserves $20 million per season. And since then, Cook has been very public with his asking price from the Bills. After saying he wants $15 million annually on an Instagram livestream, Cook doubled down on contractual […]

After turning in one of the best, if not the best, single running back seasons in NFL history for the Philadelphia Eagles in 2024, Saquon Barkley got paid, again, to the tune of a new two-year, $41 million extension. Now granted, Barkley was already getting paid, but now, Howie Roseman has made him the first […]

While the Buffalo Bills keep their eyes open for a free agent to add, they took care of one of their own. However, James Cook celebrated Saquon Barkley’s extension ahead of free agency, according to a post on X by Ian Rapoport. James Cook is watching this closely… 👀 Cook had previously posted, “Good business!” […]

Buffalo Bills running back James Cook went from hinting he wants $15 million per year on a contract extension to being plain about it. Following his “15 mill year” social media comment last week, Cook joined Nightcap with Shannon Sharpe and Chad Johnson and reiterated his desire. “I just feel like we’re deserving of it. […]

The Buffalo Bills have been hit with a stern reality check from star running back James Cook. The former second-round draft pick enters the final year of his $5.83 million rookie contract with Buffalo. There are concerns that the franchise may not be able to retain him when NFL free agency begins in March. Cook, […]

The Buffalo Bills once again lost to the Kansas City Chiefs in the playoffs. The Josh Allen-led Bills are now 0-4 against Kansas City, dropping two divisional round matchups and two AFC Championship Games since 2021. The Bills lost three of the four contests by just one score. On Sunday, Buffalo fell three points short, […]

In a somewhat controversial Buffalo Bills-Kansas City Chiefs AFC Championship Game, running back James Cook had social media in a flutter after his incredible touchdown run on fourth-and-goal to cap off a seven-minute scoring drive. Alongside many Bills fans, Cook’s older brother Dalvin Cook joined the online discussion, giving his take on his sibling’s next […]

The Buffalo Bills aren’t thinking about the offseason just yet, and they’re hoping that those problems don’t have to be addressed any time soon. The Bills are trying to extend their season on Sunday with a win in the Divisional Round against the Baltimore Ravens in front of their home fans in Buffalo. Whenever the […]

Josh Allen and Lamar Jackson, both top MVP contenders, are set to clash with a spot in the AFC Championship on the line. The No. 2 Buffalo Bills host the No. 3 Baltimore Ravens in the Divisional Round after both teams secured dominant Wild Card victories. Baltimore defeated the Steelers 28-14, while Buffalo dismantled the […]

The Buffalo Bills dispatched of the Denver Broncos in the Wild Card Round of the NFL Playoffs on Sunday afternoon, shrugging off an early Broncos score to secure a dominant 31-7 win. The victory over the upstart Broncos sets up a matchup that can easily be considered the main event of Divisional Round Weekend… a Sunday evening […]