Cook dresses for Bills' preseason opener amid contract dispute
Buffalo Bills running back James Cook dressed and participated in warmup prior to Saturday's preseason game against the New York Giants but won't play in the contest as his hold-in continues.
James Cook - suited up, going through pregame warmups
— Dom Tibbetts (@DomTibbettsTV) August 9, 2025
Not sure if or how much of him we see in this game but this is a good sign given the events of the last 6 days #BillsMafia pic.twitter.com/Hxpz0JjKxX
While Cook sat out of practices this past week, he took part in walk-throughs and team meetings. The 2025 campaign is the final season of Cook's current contract, which carries a $5.27-million base salary.
Bills general manager Brandon Beane said Monday that he's disappointed in the situation but added the two sides have been negotiating a new deal throughout the offseason.
Cook ran for 1,009 yards last season and led the NFL with 16 rushing touchdowns. He added three more scores in the playoffs.
The Bills drafted Cook in the second round in 2022.