James Cook

The Bills’ offseason has been defined in large part by their extension efforts with key in-house players. Quarterback Josh Allen‘s recent top-up has him near the top of the position’s pecking order, and a quartet of starters on their rookie contracts now have lucrative second deals in place. Receiver Khalil Shakir, linebacker Terrel Bernard, edge rusher Gregory Rousseau and […]

Cook wants to be paid; Bills aren't ready to do it.

Beane adds that signing Cook to a new deal "before he's a free agent" in 2026 is still possible, but it sounds like contract talks have officially been tabled for now. Cook and his camp previously attempted to negotiate through public means, including a social media post in which Cook requested $15 million per year. The Bills probably aren't going to pay a back who they don't use on all three downs that kind of money, though it's possible a huge 2025 could change their minds.

The Bills have extended several players this offseason, getting cornerback Christian Benford, defensive end Greg Rousseau, linebacker Terrel Bernard and wide receiver Khalil Shakir on long-term deals.

The Bills have extended several players this offseason, getting cornerback Christian Benford, defensive end Greg Rousseau, linebacker Terrel Bernard and wide receiver Khalil Shakir on long-term deals.