James Cook's Contract Debate

Bills' GM Brandon Beane prefers RB James Cook drop negotiating tactic
James Cook isn't known for being outspoken, so the Buffalo Bills' starting running back may have surprised folks when he publicized his contract desires on an Instagram live stream. Cook, a 2022 second-round draft pick entering the final season of his rookie contract,
Bills GM Brandon Beane Addresses James Cook Contract Update
Buffalo Bills general manager Brandon Beane has made it clear he wants to keep James Cook, but the money has to be right.
Here’s what Bills GM said about James Cook & lofty contract demand
The Bills may struggle to hit Cook’s demand because of insufficient salary cap space. Superstar quarterback Josh Allen is in line for a raise and other young players like cornerback Christian Benford and pass rusher Greg Rousseau are also looking for extensions.
Buffalo Bills GM Brandon Beane talks Shakir deal, James Cook, & offseason
As the NFL Combine begins in Indianapolis 7 Sports caught up with Buffalo Bills general manager Brandon Beane for a one-on-one interview.
Bills Mailbag: What to make of James Cook's contract request
A resurgence of running backs in the NFL has happened at a good time for Buffalo Bills RB James Cook, who plays a position with a short shelf life and should look to cash in when he hits free agency,
'James speaks from the heart': Buffalo Bills GM Brandon Beane addresses James Cook demands
Buffalo Bills general manager Brandon Beane spoke with reporters at the NFL Combine on Tuesday and addressed the recent demand from James Cook.
James Cook's pitch for $15M per year should give the Bills pause: Here's why
James Cook believes he's worth $15 million per season, but despite two fine seasons, the Bills running back probably isn't going to get that.
Bills' James Cook says he wants to get paid what he deserves
Buffalo Bills running back James Cook recently joined the Nightcap Podcast hosted by Shannon Sharpe and Chad Johnson to discuss some of his latest social media posts, in which he suggests he wants a big pay raise.
How active should GM Brandon Beane and the Buffalo Bills be in free agency?
While at the NFL Combine in Indianapolis, 7 Sports reporter Dom Tibbetts spoke with NFL Network's Cameron Wolfe to look at the Bills options in 2025.
James Cook's Contract Debate: Worth $15 Million a Year?
James Cook wants $15-16 million per year, sparking debate. Coach McDermott values him, but some find it costly. Ferrall and Carver talk his true value.
Bills RB James Cook Turns Heads With Cryptic Social Media Post
Buffalo Bills running back James Cook may have hinted at contract negotiations in a cryptic post on social media.
Official NFL salary cap numbers are good news for Buffalo Bills
The official 2025 salary cap numbers were released, so expect more Buffalo Bills' roster moves in the coming weeks.
6 takeaways from Bills' Sean McDermott at the 2025 NFL combine
The Buffalo Bills and rest of the NFL took in the 2025 combine this week from Indianapolis. Included in the bunch was head coach Sean McDermott and general manager Brandon Beane.
Sean McDermott: Joy watching James Cook develop, business part will take care of itself
Bills running back James Cook has made it clear that he's looking for a new contract this offseason and that he believes it ...
Bills’ 2025 NFL Combine preview: Super Bowl aspirations, James Cook, and WR need
NFL Scouting Combine has arrived, and with it is the beginning of the Bills’ offseason march toward the goal they’ve been ...
3 pending decisions that could shape the Bills' 2025 season
Free agency is just around the corner, but Brandon Beane and the Bills need to get a few things hired out first.