‘Cook would’ve been fined $17,462 if he would’ve missed Day 1 of minicamp, and he could’ve been fined up to $104,768 if he missed the whole week. Cook didn’t want to lose money while waiting for his contract.’
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Bills Provide News Updates on Star Running Back, Newly Signed Linebacker
‘First, he indicated via Cameron Wolfe of NFL Network that running back James Cook is at the team’s mandatory minicamp despite his desire for a new deal. Then, McDermott said that linebacker Shaq Thompson will be limited in minicamp after signing with the Bills Tuesday.’
Bills disgruntled Pro Bowl star surprises everyone, shows up at mandatory mini-camp
‘The Bills paid several other stars this offseason, including Khalil Shakir, Greg Rousseau, Christian Benford, Terrel Bernard, and Josh Allen, leaving Cook as the odd man out. He didn’t attend OTAs and many wondered if he would be at mandatory mini-camp. According to Adam Schefter, we have the answer.’
James Cook gives blunt four-word answer for why he joined Bills at mini-camp
‘The Bills’ star running back made it known he wants $15 million per year during an Instagram live earlier this offseason. General manager Brandon Beane said at the NFL owners meetings that conversations on a Cook extension were shelved. The NFL’s leader in rushing touchdowns didn’t attend OTAs, but did show up for mandatory mini-camp. When asked why he joined his Bills teammates, Cook was very blunt.’
Bills sign former 1st-round pick to help Sean McDermott’s defense
‘Thompson entered the NFL in 2015 as a first-round pick by the Carolina Panthers.’
Breaking: Buffalo Bills sign 12 sack star ahead of mandatory mini-camp
‘The Bills have agreed to terms on a one-year contract with former Carolina Panthers linebacker Shaq Thompson, the team announced. Thompson played for Sean McDermott in Carolina at the very beginning of his career while McDermott was the defensive coordinator in Carolina before taking the head coaching job with the Bills.’
James Cook is in Buffalo for mandatory minicamp
‘According to Bills head coach Sean McDermott, the fourth-year running back is in Western New York this week, and will practice with his teammates over the three-day period.’
Bills sign veteran linebacker Shaq Thompson to one-year deal
‘Thompson had spent the entirety of his 10-year NFL career, to this point, with the Panthers after being drafted 25th overall in the 2015 NFL Draft.’
With James Cook aboard, Bills begin minicamp
‘Cook, who did not attend any of the Bills voluntary Organized Team Activities this spring as he seeks a contract extension, met with reporters after practice and was asked why he decided to show up.’
East Aurora shines in Hallmark's "Holiday Touchdown: A Bills Love Story"
‘”Hallmark and the Bills, they wanted this to not just be a movie,” Rikert said. “They wanted this to be a love letter to the fans and I think it would have been disingenuous to film this any other place.”‘
'I like my money': Buffalo Bills running back James Cook reports to mandatory minicamp
‘”I like my money. I definitely do, and that’s why I’m here,” Cook said.’
James Cook is in attendance for Buffalo Bills mandatory minicamp
‘Cook, 25, is entering the final year of his rookie contract and is slated to make $5.2 million. The two-time Pro Bowler tied a Bills franchise record with 16 rushing touchdowns in 2024. Cook ran for 1,009 yards in his third NFL season and averaged 4.9 yards per carry.’
James Cook present and participating as Bills start mandatory minicamp
‘Cook did not attend any of the Bills’ voluntary portion of the offseason program, including the previous two weeks of OTAs, amid an ongoing contract dispute with the team. Cook is entering the final year of his rookie deal and has been vocal on social media about seeking a new deal worth $15 million per year.’
Bills players and local crew take center stage in 'Holiday Touchdown'
‘”Within an hour radius of the Buffalo area, you have almost every look you could possibly want for a film, especially a lot of these Hallmark movies…” said Director Dustin Rikert. He went on to say, “You’ve got very Mayberry-esque towns. You’ve got a lot of different looks and backdrops. The city itself doubles for a lot of locations, especially New York City, Pittsburgh, Chicago, things like that.”‘
James Cook practicing in Bills minicamp after OTA no-shows
‘McDermott announced this in the news conference prior to practice. He says the players who aren’t practicing are KJ Hamler, Taron Johnson, Cam Lewis, Connor McGovern, Joey Bosa, Baylon Spector, Cole Bishop, and Damar Hamlin. McDermott says these are related to injuries.’