RB · BUF · 24 yrs · exp 2 · Southern Miss
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James Cook, the Bills' leading rusher, was absent from the start of OTAs. This has led to increased opportunities for third-year running back Frank Gore Jr., who reportedly looked explosive and decisive. Cook's absence could be related to contract disputes, especially after a recent high-profile running back contract signing
Bills head coach Joe Brady said he was pleased with the attendance at the start of Organized Team Activities. But one high-profile Bills player wasn’t there: James Cook. Cook, who led the NFL with 1,621 rushing yards, was not present for the start of OTAs. It’s unclear whether Cook plans to attend voluntary practices for the rest of the offseason, and there’s been no reason given for his absence. Missing OTAs will cost Cook his $250,000 workout bonus. Often when star players aren’t at OTAs, that’s a sign that they’re not happy with their contracts. Cook just signed a four-year, $46 million contract nine months ago, so it would be awfully early for him to become unhappy. But last week Dolphins running back De’Von Achane signed a four-year, $64 million contract, which could have changed Cook’s assessment of whether he’s being properly paid as the NFL’s leading rusher. With Cook not on the practice field, third-year running back Frank Gore Jr. got a lot of work at the start of OTAs. Matt Parrino of Syracuse.com reports that Gore looked explosive and decisive during the non-contact practice
Buffalo signed Gore to a reserve/future contract Monday. Gore has yet to log a regular-season NFL snap, but he got into both of Buffalo's postseason games this year, tallying four snaps on offense and 10 on special teams while recording one catch for six yards. The Southern Miss product will remain with the organization and will get an opportunity to compete for a roster spot ahead of the 2026 campaign
Buffalo elevated Gore from the practice squad Friday. With Ty Johnson's (ankle) status in question for Saturday's divisional-round game against the Broncos, Gore will again have a chance to play behind James Cook and Ray Davis. Gore made his non-exhibition NFL debut last Sunday against the Jaguars, catching his lone target for six yards while playing four offensive snaps
The Bills reverted Gore to their practice squad Monday, per the NFL's transaction log. Ty Johnson (ankle) missed Sunday's wild-card win over Jacksonville, giving Gore an opportunity to log his first non-preseason NFL action as a pro. Gore ended up playing four offensive snaps, catching his only target for six yards. If Johnson is unable to return to action for Saturday's divisional-round matchup against Denver, Gore could be elevated again, though he'd be well behind James Cook and Ray Davis in the RB pecking order
The Bills elevated Gore to the active roster from their practice squad Saturday ahead of Sunday's wild-card matchup versus the Jaguars. Gore is set to be elevated for the first time this season, as Ty Johnson is questionable due to an ankle injury. Gore would serve as the team's No. 3 running back behind James Cook and Ray Davis if Johnson ends up being unable to play
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