James Cook's pitch for $15M per year should give Bills pause

James Cook's pitch for $15M per year should give the Bills pause: Here's why
James Cook believes he's worth $15 million per season, but despite two fine seasons, the Bills running back probably isn't going to get that.
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According to Spotrac, that single-year figure would rank at 16th best in the NFL in terms of average annual value, just above former Bills RB Devin Singletary ($5.5 million). If Cook were to receive a deal worth $15 million per year, only 2023 Offensive Player of the Year Christian McCaffrey would rank above that at $19 million.
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The Bills spent multiple years with GM Brandon Beane at the helm aiming to construct a hybrid receiving running backs group that could bring athleticism and versatility to their offensive playcalling.
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Buffalo Bills running back James Cook is set to have an interesting offseason as he enters 2025, which is the year of his rookie contract. After liking a comment on his Instagram live that suggested $15 million APY for him in his next contract, it isn't known if the Bills will want to fork out that kind of salary to a running back.
Buffalo Bills running back James Cook wants $15M annual salary
Buffalo Bills running back James Cook wants at least $15 million annually as part of a contract extension, he indicated on social media.
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The only running backs on the list higher than Cook were Kyren Williams (Los Angeles Rams), Jonathan Taylor (Indianapolis Colts), Josh Jacobs (Green Bay Packers), Bijan Robinson (Atlanta Falcons), Jahmyr Gibbs (Detroit Lions), Derrick Henry (Baltimore Ravens) and Saquon Barkley (Philadelphia Eagles).
Should the Buffalo Bills give James Cook a contract worth $15M per season?
Bills Pro Bowl running back James Cook posted on Instagram he should get a contract worth $15 million per season. But should be paid as one of the highest paid backs in the NFL?
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With Cook only 25 years old and entering the final year of his rookie contract, James is ready to go to the negotiating table with general manager Brandon Beane. Oh, and he already has a figure in mind—a cool $15 million APY.
Bills RB James Cook shares contract wish: $15M a year
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