‘When it comes to what Cook is looking for in a new contract, he said during a podcast appearance earlier this offseason that, “I just want to get what I deserve.” Cook previously hinted while live on Instagram that seeks $15 million per year.’
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Joey Bosa out for 'foreseeable' future with pulled calf, set to miss Buffalo Bills OTAs
‘Bosa sat nine games in 2018 and missed an additional 23 contests across the last three years with injuries. When healthy, though, the veteran pass rusher is one of the most disruptive defensive players in the NFL. He won the AP Defensive Rookie of the Year award in 2016 and rattled off five Pro Bowl selections, including his most recent one last season.’
Joey Bosa injured: Why Bills should be concerned with five-time Pro Bowler's latest setback
‘The Bills should definitely be concerned about this injury and that’s because if there’s been one knock on Bosa over the past few years, it’s that he hasn’t been able to stay on the field. Over the past three seasons, Bosa has missed a total of 23 games due to injury.’
Sean McDermott Reacts to Bills Being Featured on 'Hard Knocks' This Year
‘”To some extent, it’s a real compliment to them choosing us and selecting our organization now that the criteria has changed,” McDermott told reporters on Tuesday. “The opportunity is there for our fans to get an inside look at what happens … There’s a lot that we do that they will see, which I think is great for the fans. I think there’s also just as much that people won’t see. … I think the opportunity for us to really be who we are. A lot of people see us every week and they see us live, they see who we are and how much these guys love each other. Our personality comes out, and I think it will offer many a chance to see us beneath the surface as well and see how that rings in day in and day out here.”‘
Bills Defensive End Joey Bosa Injured in Offseason Conditioning
‘The soon-to-be 30-year-old Bosa signed a one-year, $12.6 million contract with Buffalo this offseason which included $12 million guaranteed. Bosa spent the first nine years of his career with the Chargers organization, where he recorded 343 combined tackles, including 87 for loss and 72 sacks. He’s a five-time Pro Bowler.’
NFL Insider Provides Clarity on James Cook Situation After Bills RB Skips OTAs
‘The 25-year-old, who is entering the final year of his rookie contract, was not present at OTAs on Tuesday, an indication he may be looking to hold out for an improved deal.’
Buffalo Bills star only player to skip OTAs in midst of $15 million contract dispute
‘The Pro Bowl running back made it somewhat known during an Instagram live that he wants $15 million per year, which would make him the third-highest paid running back in terms of annual average value, tied with Derrick Henry. This dispute has now carried into OTAs, as Cook is not there, and the only player not accounted for according to head coach Sean McDermott.’
Bills’ new star is injured already
‘When they shelled out more than $10 million this offseason to land Joey Bosa, there was really only one risk: injury.’
Bills new receiver already looking like potential star in OTAs
‘Per Matt Parrino, wide receiver Elijah Moore had a terrific first day of practice.’
Buffalo Bills new star already injured during OTAs
‘The big concern with Bosa is injuries. He has missed eight more or games three times, including in two of the last three seasons. Bosa did appear in 14 games a season ago, though, which was the most he’s appeared in since 2021. However, the injury bug has already gotten to him as they begin OTAs, according to head coach Sean McDermott.’
Bills’ James Cook makes holdout decision amid tense contract talks
‘Early on, he said he wanted a deal worth $15 million per year. Given the state of paying RBs in the modern game, that seemed unlikely from the outset, and the Bills haven’t made any such inroads toward giving Cook such a hefty payday.’
Bills' Josh Allen makes big statement during reported wedding week
‘Allen has missed out on OTAs before, back in 2022 when he spent a couple days away to play in the golf competition “The Match.” But if this is Allen’s wedding week, you wouldn’t know it by his attendance: He’s in Western New York getting better with his teammates.’
Bills start fast at OTAs
‘After stretching and individual position warm-ups, the team went right to 7-on-7 offense against defense in goal-to-go situations. That wasn’t allowed through the first five weeks of the off-season program.’
McDermott: All but James Cook are present for voluntary OTAs
‘“Joey Bosa will not participate today, he pulled a calf I believe it was late last week, so he’ll be out for more than likely the foreseeable spring time at least, but he should be good to go by training camp.”’
Joey Bosa suffers injury prior to Bills OTAs
‘”Joey Bosa will not participate today, he pulled a calf. He’ll be out for, more than likely, the foreseeable spring time, at least, and then we’ll get into training camp. Should be good to go by training camp,” said McDermott on Tuesday.’