‘”A note on the James Cook deal,” Schrager posted on X. “Some back of the napkin math, cash flow wise, it actually tops what Saquon and Jacobs got as free agents last off-season. The deal is a win-win and Cook never wanted to leave. The Bills are locked and loaded for 2025.”‘
BillsBeat - August 14, 2025
Where does James Cook's $30M guarantee rank among NFL running backs?
‘Per Spotrac, Cook’s $30 million guaranteed places him behind only two players in guaranteed money among running backs: Philadelphia Eagles’ Saquon Barkley, who holds the top spot with $36 million guaranteed and Las Vegas Raiders’ Ashton Jeanty, with $35.8 million guaranteed.’
Bills' James Cook breaks silence with 8-word message on $48 million contract
‘“We paid now so let’s go play football.”’
James Cook contract details: Bills RB finally ends hold-in by agreeing to four-year extension
‘Cook, a two-time Pro Bowler, posted 1,000-yard seasons in 2023 and 2024, co-leading the league in rushing scores in the latter campaign. A former second-round pick out of Georgia, Cook’s production has impressed since making his big-league bow back in 2022. Now, he’ll be rewarded for it.’
Buffalo Bills make $12 million per season deal to help offense under Josh Allen
‘James Cook agreed to a four-year, $48 million extension that includes $30 million guaranteed, keeping him in Buffalo through the 2029 season. The deal wrapped up late Tuesday night, just hours after Cook returned to full practice following a weeklong hold-in.’
Bills’ James Cook contract decision should’ve played out like Rams’ Kyren Williams extension
‘It’s a massive payday and one that is more than the deal the Los Angeles Rams just gave Kyren Williams, who signed a three-year, $33 million extension with $23 million guaranteed earlier this month.’
Bills, James Cook $48 million contract lines up Super Bowl goal and sets recent NFL record
‘This offseason, the Bills have now extended six cornerstone players: Cook, Josh Allen, Khalil Shakir, Christian Benford, Gregory Rousseau and Terrell Bernard.’
Bills safeties Cole Bishop, Taylor Rapp return to practice Wednesday
‘Safeties Taylor Rapp (knee) and Cole Bishop (quad) had both been out since the team was at St. John Fisher University for training camp over a week ago. Both players participated in individual position work on Tuesday, but appeared to be full participants throughout Wednesday’s session, including playing 11-on-11 against the offense.’
Bills sign running back James Cook to four-year, $48 million contract extension
‘As first reported by ESPN NFL insider Adam Schefter and NFL Network insider Tom Pelissero, the Bills and Cook have agreed to a four-year contract extension worth $48 million, with $30 million of that money guaranteed. He is now under contract with the Bills through the 2029 season.’
McDermott happy to see Cook's contract situation resolved
‘”James is a good player for us. You never want those things to happen in training camp, but good to finally have it over and done with, and we can move forward. Very happy to have that dealt with,” said McDertmott on Wednesday while appearing on WGR during “Schopp and the Bulldog”.’
James Cook is here to stay; Pro Bowl running back gets 4-year extension from Buffalo Bills
‘Cook, who turns 26 in September, is coming off his best season as a pro with 16 rushing touchdowns in 2024. Last season, Cook averaged 4.9 yards per carry and surpassed 1,000 rushing yards for the first time in his NFL career. He also added 32 receptions and two receiving touchdowns.’
Draft, Develop, Re-sign: Buffalo Bills identify core players following James Cook extension
‘Guys like Cook and cornerback Christian Benford, who also received a four-year extension this offseason, see the potential of this group moving forward.’
Bills, James Cook agree to 4-year contract extension
‘The deal is for four years at a total of $48 million with $30 million guaranteed, according to the first report from ESPN’s Adam Schefter. The deal keeps him in Buffalo through the 2029 season.’
Bills RB James Cook secures future as part of team's young core with 4-year extension
‘”Good to be back out there with my team,” Cook said after Wednesday’s practice. “Just get another opportunity to do what I love to do.”‘
Cook adds to ‘core group’ of Bills with contract extensions
‘“It just shows the level of commitment from the organization, and in turn, that has to come from us now, too,” Bernard said. “Having that security in the future that we know we’re going to be here is a great feeling. Honestly, it puts more responsibility on us to lead and to lead this team the right way.”’