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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

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