Overview

• Buffalo Bills GM Brandon Beane expressed confidence that James Cook will be ready to play for the 2025 NFL season despite ongoing contract negotiations.
• Cook has skipped voluntary offseason workouts as part of his efforts to secure a $15 million per year contract extension.
• The Bills have not prioritized an extension for Cook, with Beane confirming no deal is expected in the near future.
• Cook’s standout performance includes back-to-back Pro Bowl seasons, over 1,000 rushing yards each year, and a league-leading 16 touchdowns in 2024.
• The team retains leverage with Cook entering the final year of his rookie contract and the franchise tag available for 2026.