‘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.’
BillsBeat - June 11, 2025
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.’
'Most important decision I'll make': Josh Allen speaks on marrying Hailee Steinfeld
‘”They’ve all been big, none other than marrying my best friend,” Josh said. “She makes everything easier, so I don’t really focus on the other stuff. That was the most important decision I’ll make in my life, and I made the right one.”‘
'Got some hardware' | Josh Allen is back on the field while Bills defense gets in productive first day of mandatory minicamp
‘”We’re back to football, got some hardware now,” Allen said with a smile while sporting his wedding band. “So, good to go.”‘
'No hard feelings' | Bills RB James Cook in attendance for mandatory minicamp
‘”I really appreciate him being here,” McDermott said. “I credit James. Business is business at the end of the day. I know (James) loves being around this team and the guys in the locker room, and he loves to play football. So, respect his decision to be here and be amongst the team and get some work in today, and we’re looking forward to that.”‘
Bills sign LB Shaq Thompson to one-year contract
‘Thompson’s last stop was with the Panthers where he played 10 seasons for Carolina. The linebacker has played in 123 games and made 112 starts during his 10-year career. Thompson has racked up 752 career tackles, 54 tackles for loss, 32 quarterback hits, 12 sacks and three interceptions.’
BillsBeat - June 10, 2025
Ryan O'Halloran: Buffalo Bills, James Cook should consider two-year bridge contract
‘The Bills have four current options. 1. Do nothing (their current tact). 2. Extend him long-term to align Cook with the league’s highest-paid running backs (obviously not a priority). 3. “Sweeten” his 2025 contract by adding guaranteed money or easily attainable statistical bonuses (good faith move). 4. Discuss a bridge deal with Cook (bingo).’
Five things to watch for at Buffalo Bills minicamp
‘We’ll start with the most obvious question – does Cook, the Bills’ top running back, make an appearance? Cook, who is seeking a contract extension, was a no-show at the Bills’ voluntary OTAs. General manager Brandon Beane, different Bills coaches and teammates have all expressed that the Bills still “love ‘Jimbo.’ ” If Cook is to skip – or to show up and not participate – will that sour the Bills? Cook, 25, was strong for the Bills last season, and the team knows that. The disagreement is just on his exact value. The two sides met but were not able to come to an agreement during the offseason, leading to Cook’s dissatisfaction.’
East Aurora turns festive as Hallmark winds down filming of 'Holiday Touchdown: A Bills Love Story'
‘What came next, then, was more like a dream for Bills’ fans as former players Thurman Thomas, Andre Reed and Scott Norwood walked up to claim their milkshakes, drawing a gasp from a young woman who enthusiastically called them “legends.” That was actress Holland Rodan and it was all part of a scene being filmed in the restaurant for the new Hallmark original movie “Holiday Touchdown: A Bills Love Story.”’