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USA Today
a day ago
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- USA Today
James Cook odds to win 2025 NFL Offensive Player of the Year
James Cook is among the favorites to win the NFL's Offensive Player of the Year award this year, at +6000 (seventh-best odds). The Buffalo Bills player has two futures bets available in all, and more details can be found in this article. Last year, he rushed for 1,009 yards on 207 carries, averaging 63.1 yards per game, with 16 TDs. he also recorded 16.1 receiving yards per game, with 32 catches for 258 yards and two scores. Watch the NFL on Fubo! James Cook futures odds NFL odds courtesy of BetMGM Sportsbook. Odds updated Wednesday at 6:19 p.m. ET. For a full list of sports betting odds, access USA TODAY Sports Betting Scores Odds Hub. James Cook 2024 game log Get Buffalo Bills gear at Fanatics!
Yahoo
3 days ago
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- Yahoo
NFL holdouts, contract negotiation tracker: Courtland Sutton "real close" to new deal
NFL training camp season is officially upon us, which means holdout/hold-in season is too as players seek new contracts. Broncos wide receiver Courtland Sutton is "real close" to a new contract, head coach Sean Payton told reporters on Monday. He's been practicing throughout training camp, so this was never a drama-filled negotiation. One of the most contentious holdouts of the offseason came to an end on Friday when the Cincinnati Bengals reportedly reached a fully guaranteed deal with first-round draft pick Shemar Stewart. He was the final first-round pick of this draft class to get a deal done. Elsewhere, Washington Commanders receiver Terry McLaurin reported to training camp Sunday morning, technically ending his holdout with the team, but he is not expected to practice until he has a new contract. Buffalo Bills running back James Cook continues to practice, but he also emphasized Thursday his negotiations for an extension will continue. Cook has said on social media he wants $15 million a year, which would tie him for third-highest paid running back in the league. "We have talks. ... I mean, I deserve what I want, I need and it's going to eventually happen," he said, via ESPN. Cook had his best season as a pro in 2024 with 1,009 yards rushing and 16 touchdowns in 16 games, as well as 32 catches for 258 yards and two more scores. He also didn't lose a fumble. What other big names either haven't reported or aren't taking full part in practice while seeking a new contract? Are their situations roiling or boiling? Here's the latest, where we rank each situation by the attention and rancor from both sides. Dallas Cowboys pass rusher Micah Parsons Parsons is watching practice with back tightness Wednesday, and isn't calling himself a hold-in. But he had some pointed responses to Jerry Jones' wild media conference from Monday. This deal could have gotten done months ago, but in the interim, Myles Garrett and now T.J. Watt have reset the top end of the pass rush market. This could become the story of NFL training camps this year. [Join or create a Yahoo Fantasy Football league for the 2025 NFL season] Cincinnati Bengals pass rusher Trey Hendrickson Hendrickson left for Florida instead of reporting to Bengals camp over an offer he called "atrociously, atrociously low." Hendrickson, the NFL's reigning sack leader, reportedly wants guaranteed money past the first year, and Cincinnati hasn't been willing to meet him there in negotiations. For their part, the Bengals have spoken positively and cordially about Hendrickson. Washington Commanders WR Terry McLaurin McLaurin ended his holdout by reporting to the Commanders on Sunday morning, but is not expected to practice until he has a new contract. The two sides have not made progress on a new deal, ESPN reported. McLaurin will no longer be fined $50,000 a day for missing camp. Washington placed him on the Physically Unable to Perform list with an ankle injury while the two sides attempt to negotiate a new contract. Buffalo Bills RB James Cook Cook has been practicing, but he continues to talk openly about his desire for a new contract. The Bills have been diplomatic too, but given Cook's importance to the offense, this one could heat up. Green Bay Packers OL Elgton Jenkins Jenkins was in attendance as Packers reported to camp on Tuesday, but he's not practicing Wednesday with what's being listed as a back injury. Green Bay just paid offensive lineman Zach Tom record-setting signing bonus money as part of his new contract. Will Jenkins get one too? San Francisco 49ers WR Jauan Jennings Jennings has been officially practicing with the 49ers, which indicates he's not planning to hold in, though he did leave Sunday's practice with a calf injury. Head coach Kyle Shanahan disputed the report that Jennings had asked for a trade if he didn't get a contract extension. This appears to be settled for the time being as Jennings seeks an extension. Denver Broncos WR Courtland Sutton The Broncos' No. 1 receiver was seen at practice participating in individual drills only while he reportedly seeks a new contract. Head coach Sean Payton downplayed the situation, which doesn't seem all that hostile at the moment.
Yahoo
5 days ago
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- Yahoo
NFL holdouts, contract negotiation tracker: Terry McLaurin reports; Bills' James Cook says 'I deserve what I want'
NFL training camp season is officially upon us, which means holdout/hold-in season is too as players seek new contracts. One of the most contentious holdouts of the offseason came to an end on Friday when the Cincinnati Bengals reportedly reached a fully guaranteed deal with first-round draft pick Shemar Stewart. He was the final first-round pick of this draft class to get a deal done. Washington Commanders receiver Terry McLaurin reported to training camp Sunday morning, technically ending his holdout with the team, but he is not expected to practice until he has a new contract. Buffalo Bills running back James Cook continues to practice, but he also emphasized Thursday his negotiations for an extension will continue. Cook has said on social media he wants $15 million a year, which would tie him for third-highest paid running back in the league. "We have talks. ... I mean, I deserve what I want, I need and it's going to eventually happen," he said, via ESPN. Cook had his best season as a pro in 2024 with 1,009 yards rushing and 16 touchdowns in 16 games, as well as 32 catches for 258 yards and two more scores. He also didn't lose a fumble. What other big names either haven't reported or aren't taking full part in practice while seeking a new contract? Are their situations roiling or boiling? Here's the latest, where we rank each situation by the attention and rancor from both sides. Dallas Cowboys pass rusher Micah Parsons Parsons is watching practice with back tightness Wednesday, and isn't calling himself a hold-in. But he had some pointed responses to Jerry Jones' wild media conference from Monday. This deal could have gotten done months ago, but in the interim, Myles Garrett and now T.J. Watt have reset the top end of the pass rush market. This could become the story of NFL training camps this year. [Join or create a Yahoo Fantasy Football league for the 2025 NFL season] Cincinnati Bengals pass rusher Trey Hendrickson Hendrickson left for Florida instead of reporting to Bengals camp over an offer he called "atrociously, atrociously low." Hendrickson, the NFL's reigning sack leader, reportedly wants guaranteed money past the first year, and Cincinnati hasn't been willing to meet him there in negotiations. For their part, the Bengals have spoken positively and cordially about Hendrickson. Washington Commanders WR Terry McLaurin McLaurin ended his holdout by reporting to the Commanders on Sunday morning, but is not expected to practice until he has a new contract. The two sides have not made progress on a new deal, ESPN reported. McLaurin will no longer be fined $50,000 a day for missing camp. Washington placed him on the Physically Unable to Perform list with an ankle injury while the two sides attempt to negotiate a new contract. Buffalo Bills RB James Cook Cook has been practicing, but he continues to talk openly about his desire for a new contract. The Bills have been diplomatic too, but given Cook's importance to the offense, this one could heat up. Green Bay Packers OL Elgton Jenkins Jenkins was in attendance as Packers reported to camp on Tuesday, but he's not practicing Wednesday with what's being listed as a back injury. Green Bay just paid offensive lineman Zach Tom record-setting signing bonus money as part of his new contract. Will Jenkins get one too? San Francisco 49ers WR Jauan Jennings Jennings is officially practicing with the 49ers, which indicates he's not planning to hold in. Head coach Kyle Shanahan disputed the report that Jennings had asked for a trade if he didn't get a contract extension. This appears to be settled for the time being as Jennings seeks an extension. Denver Broncos WR Courtland Sutton The Broncos' No. 1 receiver was seen at practice participating in individual drills only while he reportedly seeks a new contract. Head coach Sean Payton downplayed the situation, which doesn't seem all that hostile at the moment.
Yahoo
5 days ago
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- Yahoo
We've all been pronouncing Bijan Robinson's name wrong, says the Falcons star
Bijan Robinson's name doesn't sound the way you think it does. Most of the NFL world has been saying Robinson's first name just a bit wrong since he entered the league. The Atlanta Falcons' star clarified in an interview Saturday that it isn't pronounced "B-john." It's pronounced with more emphasis on the second syllable. Listen for yourself: MORE: Bills' James Cook contract saga doesn't lessen his importance to Super Bowl aspirations This is important stuff. Robinson is one of the best running backs in the NFL, a true dual threat. He's also an automatic first-round pick in fantasy football leagues. So when you draft Robinson, be sure to get his name right. MORE NFL NEWS: Micah Parsons risks temporary retirement, frozen contract if he leaves training camp Buccaneers holding rookie out because he weighs too much Browns' 10-year NFL veteran retires days into training camp Raiders' 325-pound rookie is the scariest Wildcat quarterback ever Shedeur Sanders could 'realistically' end up in the CFL A toilet is helping Aaron Rodgers and DK Metcalf build chemistry
Fox News
25-07-2025
- Sport
- Fox News
Bills' James Cook firm on contract demands at training camp: 'I deserve what I want'
James Cook may be present at Buffalo Bills training camp this week, but he won't be backing down when it comes to contract negotiations with the franchise. Cook, the NFL's leader in rushing touchdowns last season, made his stance clear after participating in the first two days of camp. "We have talks," he said, via ESPN. "I mean, I deserve what I want, I need, and it's going to eventually happen." Reporters followed up, asking Cook if he feels confident the Bills will meet his contract extension demands. "I mean, however it happens, it's going to get done. Wherever it happens at," he said. The 25-year-old doesn't lack confidence, and that was seen this offseason when he went live on Instagram with a caption of "15 mill [per] year." If that is the case, Cook would be tied with Baltimore Ravens veteran Derrick Henry for the third-highest average annual value at the running back position in the NFL. Cook has posted previously on social media about his contract situation, and he noted Thursday he has no regrets about going public with how he feels. Bills GM Brandon Beane discussed Cook's situation with reporters at the start of training camp. "Sometimes you can't get on the same page, or sometimes you're trying to fit it in," Beane explained, per ESPN. "There's times guys have left here that we really wanted. We just couldn't make it work. But I can tell you, I'm hopeful, when we're sitting here at next year's training camp that James Cook is out there practicing and still representing the red, white and blue." Cook has one more year left on his rookie deal with the Bills, which took him in the second round of the 2022 NFL Draft out of Georgia. If Cook and the Bills can't reach an extension by next season, he would be a free agent unless the team decides to slap its franchise tag on him. Unlike other players, past and present, Cook was participating in the Bills' mandatory offseason practices while his contract negotiations were ongoing. "It's my job," he said about reporting. "I got to participate so I won't get fined and just come out here and just show them that I'm ready to go and earn what I got to go get." Cook called the Bills a "great organization" and one he wants to continue playing for. But he's made it clear where he stands, and it doesn't seem like he's willing to leave any money on the table. To go along with his 16 rushing touchdowns last season, Cook rushed for 1,009, his second straight year cracking the 1,000-yard mark after totaling 1,122 in a breakout 2023 campaign. While it's clear Cook is the lead running back on the depth chart, Ray Davis and Ty Johnson do spell him for snaps and have showcased abilities to help the Bills' dynamic offense get down the field and into the end zone. Cook played just 48% of offensive snaps over his 16 Bills games last season.
