ROCHESTER, NY. (WKBW) — The contract situation surrounding Buffalo Bills running back James Cook, which was previously dimmed, has now been rekindled following his non-participation during practice at Sunday's training camp.
Cook spoke to The Buffalo News' Katherine Fitzgerald and ESPN's Alaina Getzenberg. When asked why he did not suit up for practice, Cook responded, "business."
Bills RB James Cook asked why he didn’t practice today?“Business.” Followed up with if he’ll practice tomorrow: “Business.” Kept repeating “business” over and over.
— Alaina Getzenberg (@agetzenberg) August 3, 2025
In a follow-up question, Cook was asked if this was a "hold-in," and Cook responded "business" again.
A look at some of the Bills either injured or not practicing todayS Cole Bishop working off to the side as well#BillsMafia pic.twitter.com/x6PxyCgP8b
— Dom Tibbetts (@DomTibbettsTV) August 3, 2025
James Cook did NOT practice on Sunday.When asked why he didn't practice, the #Bills running back told reporters @agetzenberg and @kfitz134, "business."#BillsMafia @BuffaloPlus pic.twitter.com/ausVV0Vd7f
— Dan Fetes (@danfetes) August 3, 2025
The team said "no comment" on the Cook's decision to sit out this afternoon.
The Buffalo Bills have no comment on James Cook not practicing today https://t.co/nTlh4K5KC3
— katherine fitzgerald (@kfitz134) August 3, 2025
The team will practice on Monday at 9:45 a.m. in their third-to-last practice in Pittsford before Saturday's preseason opener against the New York Giants.
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