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James Cook Considers Holdout for $15M Contract Extension

5/12/2025

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Buffalo Bills running back James Cook, facing the final year of his rookie contract, is contemplating a holdout for a lucrative extension worth approximately $15 million per year. While he remains tight-lipped about his intentions, General Manager Brandon Beane stresses that Cook's performance will be crucial in determining his future with the team. The tension surrounding Cook's contract looms large.

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Buffalo Bills running back James Cook, facing the final year of his rookie contract, is contemplating a holdout for a lucrative extension worth approximately $15 million per year. While he remains tight-lipped about his intentions, General Manager Brandon Beane stresses that Cook's performance will be crucial in determining his future with the team. The tension surrounding Cook's contract looms large.