Bills running back James Cook (4) reacts after scoring a touchdown against the New England Patriots during the second half at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-Imagn Images

Buffalo Bills See Major Move With Star RB James Cook

Originally posted on Gridiron Heroics | By Jordan Sigler | Last updated Aug 9, 2025 12:41 PM ET

The dynamics between the Buffalo Bills and running back James Cook shifted before Saturday’s preseason game against the New York Giants.

Cook has been holding in at practices during training camp this summer, hoping to sign a new deal in the neighborhood of $15 million per year.

James Cook took a rep during warmups

Per Joe Buscaglia of The Athletic, Cook was dressed in full uniform and took a rep before the preseason game.

“Bills RB James Cook is in full uniform for warmups. He sat out of the last four practices at training camp as part of a hold-in. This does not mean Cook plays, but, an intriguing sub-plot all the same,” Buscaglia posted on X. “Bills RB James Cook went through a rep of 11-on-11 during warmups with the first-team offense.”

Bills RB James Cook went through a rep of 11-on-11 during warmups with the first-team offense

— Joe Buscaglia (@JoeBuscaglia) August 9, 2025

A Big development for the Buffalo Bills

The two-time Pro Bowl running back was key to the Bills’ offense last year when he ran for 1,009 yards and 16 touchdowns. He added two touchdowns in the passing game. Cook deserves a contract extension after helping quarterback Josh Allen earn his first league MVP and lead Buffalo to another appearance in the AFC Championship Game.

Cook, 25, has rushed for 2,638 yards and 20 touchdowns in his first three seasons to go along with seven touchdown receptions.

Jan 26, 2025; Kansas City, MO, USA; Buffalo Bills running back James Cook (4) reacts after rushing for a touchdown against the Kansas City Chiefs during the first half in the AFC Championship game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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