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James Cook Skips Fourth Straight Practice as Bills Contract Talks Remain Unresolved

Agent Zac Hiller says Cook remains committed to Buffalo in the face of stalled extension talks

Jan 26, 2025; Kansas City, MO, USA; Buffalo Bills running back James Cook (4) against the Kansas City Chiefs during the AFC Championship game at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
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James Cook #4 of the Buffalo Bills runs during a 44-42 loss to the Los Angeles Rams at SoFi Stadium on December 08, 2024 in Inglewood, California.
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Overview

  • Cook has missed four consecutive on-field sessions since August 3, extending a hold-in that coach Sean McDermott had expected to end today
  • Negotiations over a multi-year extension continue with both sides expressing optimism but no deal has been finalized
  • Agent Zac Hiller affirmed that Cook “only wants to be a Buffalo Bill” and predicted a resolution soon
  • Rather than take part in drills, Cook has stayed on the sideline for mental reps and light workouts to preserve his health and avoid fines
  • Quarterback Josh Allen publicly backed Cook’s return, highlighting his back-to-back 1,000-yard seasons and league-leading 16 rushing touchdowns as justification for fair compensation