‘ Cook took the field in uniform and participated throughout practice, including team drills, after missing four straight sessions last week — the last two in which the fourth-year player failed to even make an appearance on the sideline. Cook declined to speak to reporters afterward about his decision to return to practice while still in the midst of seeking to secure a contract extension on the final year of his rookie deal.’
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James Cook returns to Bills practice amid contract dispute
‘ Bills coach Sean McDermott said he expected Cook to return to practice earlier Tuesday, adding that “things have changed.” “We’ve had conversations with James,” McDermott said. “Good conversations, as I’ve mentioned before, and the information that we’re getting is that he is moving in the direction of practicing today.’
Bills' James Cook ends hold-in amid contract standoff: Sean McDermott says 'things have changed' for RB
‘”I would say that things have changed. And yes, we have had conversations with James. Good conversations that I’ve mentioned before,” McDermott said, per NFL Media. “The information that we’re getting is that he is moving towards practicing.”‘
Josh Allen Greets James Cook As Bills RB Returns to Practice After Hold-In
‘Bills running back James Cook was spotted back on the practice field on Tuesday, and quarterback Josh Allen sure looked happy to see him.’
Five Takeaways From Episode 2 of 'Hard Knocks: Training Camp with the Buffalo Bills'
‘Running back James Cook—who had been in the midst of a hold-in as he looks for a contract extension—returned to the practice field at St. John Fisher University on Tuesday. Ironically, the HBO crew put in a decent chunk of time on Cook’s hold-in during Tuesday’s episode, and it may have been all for nothing. According to coach Sean McDermott, the two-time Pro Bowler is having “good conversations” with the team that are moving in the right direction.’
James Cook contract hold-in, explained: Why Bills RB is sitting out of training camp practice in Buffalo
‘Here is what to know about Cook’s contract situation and what it could mean moving forward.’
Josh Allen shares thoughts on Bills rivalry with Chiefs
‘”It wouldn’t matter who it was to me, to be honest,” Allen said. “There’s stuff that pisses me off thinking about things that I could’ve done differently… little sh*t like that that adds up in those games and you just can’t have it in those games.”‘
Buffalo Bills sign former Jacksonville Jaguars safety ahead of second preseason game
‘The Bills are signing veteran safety Tre Herndon, the team announced. Herndon has bounced around the league in recent memory. He appeared in just one game in 2024 with the New Orleans Saints. Prior to that, he was signed by the New York Giants ahead of the 2024 season before being released. At the end of July, he was signed by the Indianapolis Colts, but released shortly after.’
Bills sign new safety with 34 NFL starts as Cole Bishop, Taylor Rapp battle injuries
‘Tre Herndon – officially Willie Herndon III – has played in 84 NFL games, including 34 starts.’
Bills star offensive lineman leaves practice with injury
‘Star left tackle Dion Dawkins left the field with an apparent injury on Tuesday and did not return to practice.’
Bills get troubling update on former second-round pick
‘Safety Cole Bishop was drafted with the hopes that he would be the future at the position for the team. Instead, injuries have plagued his first year and a half in the NFL, and head coach Sean McDermott didn’t mince words when discussing the Utah product on Tuesday.’
Buffalo Bills get major surprising news on James Cook
‘Cook began holding in last week, not dressing for practice but still being present around the team. He suited up to go through warmups for Buffalo’s Week 1 preseason game against the New York Giants, but didn’t play. According to head coach Sean McDermott, though, Cook’s hold in looks like it’s ending.’
Bills' James Cook gets major contract hold-in update during Buffalo negotiations
‘The backdrop here is that Cook is entering the final season of his contract and wants a new deal. He stated early in the offseason that he wanted $15 million per year. He’ll be lucky to get the three years and $33 million total that Kyren Williams recently got from the Rams.’
James Cook returns to practice for Bills
‘ Cook, who had been staging a “hold-in” over the status of his contract, appeared to participate fully in the session held on the outside grass of their practice facility.’
Allen not worried whether or not he plays in preseason
‘ “I think I’m in a good spot,” he said following Tuesday’s practice in Orchard Park. “I think that going and practicing against somebody [Friday in Chicago] when we’re not live, I think those are good reps to get. So no, I don’t think I need preseason reps, but if I were to get them, I’d appreciate them. But I don’t think it’s a situation where I need to get out there.”’