Is Bills RB James Cook taking part in his team's minicamp?
Is Bills RB James Cook taking part in his team's minicamp?
McDermott confirms that RB James Cook is in attendance and he will practice. Says he appreciates him being here. #Bills — Chris Brown (@ChrisBrownBills) June 10, 2025
The Buffalo Bills have their running back in town... for now.
Pro Bowl rusher James Cook has not been in Orchard Park in recent weeks during his team's OTA spring practices. Those are voluntary and no player has to attend, but most do.
Because of a current contract discussions with the Bills, Cook did not show up to those.
However, minicamp is going on this week and that's different. Players have to show up or fines are sent their way... and Cook is in the building.
According to head coach Sean McDermott, Cook is present at Buffalo's minicamp practices and will practice:
Cook has wanted a new deal and has the running back has been vocal about that throughout this offseason.
It has not yet come, but there was always an expectation from the team that when Cook was required to be in Orchard Park, including for games, he would do so. Both McDermott and general manager Brandon Beane said that at times during the spring and that has happened.
It remains to be seen if Cook and the Bills strike a deal as his contract expires after the 2025 season.
Bills Wire will continue to provide updates throughout the 2025 offseason.
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