Running back James Cook’s contract standoff with Bills reaches 3rd practice
August 6, 2025
The Buffalo Bills and James Cook are in a contract standoff, with the running back skipping his third consecutive training camp practice. Both sides are uncertain about how long this will continue. Negotiations have stalled, and it’s unclear who will make the next move based on what people on each side of discussions told The Associated Press over the past two days. The people spoke to the AP on the condition of anonymity because the talks are private. Cook is seeking a deal in the range of $11 to $12.5 million in guaranteed money, but the Bills are unsure how this fits into their salary cap.