James Cook: "Business" man

[Simon]

The other thread was getting a little unwieldy so a new one might be in order.

 

 

[DrDawkinstein]

Reported

[Pete]

Brandon Beane:  "BUSINESS MAN"

[GASabresIUFan]

Of course it's business.  Except top QBs, all NFL players have a limited shelf life.  Got to get paid when you can.  

[syhuang]

It seems like Bills may not be able to fine him for "holding in".

 

 

[Nester]

“Not a process guy”

[Tulsabillsfanz]

Cook’s job right now is to be out there practicing with his teammates, helping the team get better.  So, sitting out practice when he’s healthy means he is NOT taking care of his “business”. 
 

Imagine if every player would just sit out of practice whenever they want and call it “business“.  If there’s no penalties or fines allowed for this selfish behavior, they need to correct this in the next collective bargaining agreement. 
 

I don’t know if this is Cook’s intention, but I think this move by Cook reduces the chances of Buffalo offering him a multi year contract. 
 

I agree Cook has every right to make as much money as he can. I just disagree this is the way to do it.  If he believes Buffalo’s offer isn’t enough, use that perceived slight as motivation.  Get a big injury insurance policy. Then go prove your worth on the field this season and sign next spring for as much as you can get, wherever you choose to sign. 
 

 

[Royale with Cheese]

I just don't think Beane wants to do it.  

 

Running heavy OL packages and 2 TE I think I read 46% of the time last year.  Cook is good but he's set up to succeed by the philosophy.

 

[26TrapDraw]

Look I don't blame Cook. He feels he should be paid and he absolutely deserves to be. Brandon Beane needs to get Cooks agent on the horn and get it done. He's got a bit of leverage at this state of the negotiation. Offer Cook 12 or 13 mill for 3 years and guarantee it and be done 

[BVBILLS]

At least he's not getting hurt

[Big Turk]

He's just there so he doesn't get fined 🤣

[NI Bills Fan]

2 minutes ago, Big Turk said:

He's just there so he doesn't get fined 🤣

...and to get some hard knocks airtime.

[JerseyBills]

The culture that has been set for these athletes is so ridiculous, massive egos, it's disgusting...you're under contract,  I know he's there. but no other profession could you pull this bs, ball out 1 more years and go get your $ , this diva ***** - i can't stand it 

Hope he's traded immediately.  We roll with Ray and a trade candidate and Ty, besides that play vs KC, which was freaking amazing, extremely clutch this guy hasn't impressed me like a Saquon or Henry, not even close

Also, you don't think guys in the locker room are bothered? whether they support Cook or disagree, it just creates a terrible culture 

Edited 1 hour ago by JerseyBills

[WotAGuy]

I didn’t run the risk of an injury ruining my career as a top-level night manager at  Burger King. 

[GoBills808]

5 minutes ago, JerseyBills said:

The culture that has been set for these athletes is so ridiculous, massive egos, it's disgusting...you're under contract,  I know he's there. but no other profession could you pull this bs, ball out 1 more years and go get your $ , this diva ***** - i can't stand it 

Hope he's traded immediately.  We roll with Ray and a trade candidate and Ty, besides that play vs KC, which was freaking amazing, extremely clutch this guy hasn't impressed me like a Saquon or Henry, not even close

Also, you don't think guys in the locker room are bothered? whether they support Cook or disagree, it just creates a terrible culture 

i guarantee you the other guys are 100% behind Cook as they should be

[Cray51]

Beane has never "folded" in a contract deal - other than maybe the Von contract, but he was an FA.  Beane has an expectation here - you get to play on a great team, with a top 3 QB in the league, and we are a TEAM trying to win the Super Bowl

 

If Cook wants 15M+, I just dont see it happening.  Beane I think will expect him to play when it's time to suit up, and he will continue to offer him 12-13.5 until Cook either blinks or walks

[Doc Brown]

5 minutes ago, JerseyBills said:

The culture that has been set for these athletes is so ridiculous, massive egos, it's disgusting...you're under contract,  I know he's there. but no other profession could you pull this bs, ball out 1 more years and go get your $ , this diva ***** - i can't stand it 

Hope he's traded immediately.  We roll with Ray and a trade candidate and Ty, besides that play vs KC, which was freaking amazing, extremely clutch this guy hasn't impressed me like a Saquon or Henry, not even close

Also, you don't think guys in the locker room are bothered? whether they support Cook or disagree, it just creates a terrible culture 

Teams cut players before their contract ends all the time.  It cuts both ways.

[JakeFrommStateFarm]

Cook: "Ain't nothing going on but the rent !!"

[JerseyBills]

1 minute ago, Doc Brown said:

Teams cut players before their contract ends all the time.  It cuts both ways.

I understand, to guys underperforming,  it happens in every industry. 

 

And if you over perform, you might get a raise but this man is under contract,  honor that!!

[DJB]

13 minutes ago, JerseyBills said:

The culture that has been set for these athletes is so ridiculous, massive egos, it's disgusting...you're under contract,  I know he's there. but no other profession could you pull this bs, ball out 1 more years and go get your $ , this diva ***** - i can't stand it 

Hope he's traded immediately.  We roll with Ray and a trade candidate and Ty, besides that play vs KC, which was freaking amazing, extremely clutch this guy hasn't impressed me like a Saquon or Henry, not even close

Also, you don't think guys in the locker room are bothered? whether they support Cook or disagree, it just creates a terrible culture 

Excuse me but Cook won’t be able to feed his family off 13 million a season here