James Cook contract: Is Bills RB underpaid? originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here. This offseason was dominated by Buffalo Bills running back James Cook wanting a new contract.

Former Georgia tailback James Cook has taken over the NFL rushing lead with 1,532 yards through 15 games. Cook rushed for 117 yards and two touchdowns on 16 carries to help lift Buffalo to a 23-20 road win over the Cleveland Browns on Sunday.

With another big first half in Cleveland, Buffalo Bills' RB James Cook is on his way to the third-most productive rushing season in franchise history.

Former Georgia tailback James Cook has taken over the NFL rushing lead with 1,532 yards through 15 games. Cook rushed for 117 yards and two touchdowns on 16 carries to help lift Buffalo to a 23-20 road win over the Cleveland Browns on Sunday.

The Buffalo Bills paid James Cook a lot of money before this season started. And in almost every facet, he's proved to be a player worthy of that payday. Except in the last few weeks, something weird has happened. Cook has forgotten how to hold onto the football.

James Cook is closing fast on Jonathan Taylor and putting together one of the most impressive rushing seasons in Buffalo Bills history.

James Cook rushed for 117 yards and two touchdowns, Josh Allen played through a foot injury and the Bills drew closer to a playoff berth with a victory over the Browns on Sunday.

Three Buffalo Bills earned spots on the AFC roster — quarterback Josh Allen was selected to his fourth Pro Bowl, running back James Cook was selected to his third and offensive tackle Dion Dawkins was selected to his fifth. WATCH: Buffalo Bills QB Josh Allen, RB James Cook, OT Dion Dawkins named to 2026 Pro Bowl

Buffalo edged Cleveland, 23-20, in Week 16, leaning on the run game and winning key trench matchups. Here are four quick observations from the Bills’ road victory.

The next time you’re at Highmark Stadium, and you hear the chant “M-V-P, M-V-P,” feel free to join in. Josh Allen, last year’s NFL MVP, has delivered another great season. But even he might be tempted to name James Cook the Bills most valuable after Sunday’s 23-20 win over the Cleveland