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
After plenty of outside speculation and debate bathed in rumors, the Buffalo Bills have finally officially revealed the contents of their 2026 NFL regular-season schedule. As the second-place finisher from the 2025 NFL season, Buffalo gets an especially challenging itinerary to kick off life in the new Highmark Stadium. Below we’ll have all the details about those 17 games, which includes four of the last six games at home and a total of six matchups in primetime, with three additional games in the 4 p.m. ET window. The season couldn’t start out with a much bigger challenge for quarterback Josh Allen, running back James Cook III, and company — with the team heading to NRG Stadium for a Week 1 date against the Houston Texans and their vaunted defense. This post will be continuously updated, which you can find by simply refreshing the page. Y’all ready? Go Bills! Buffalo Bills
De'Von Achane will remain a centerpiece of the Miami Dolphins offense for years to come. Achane reportedly reached a four-year extension with the Dolphins worth up to $68 million on Wednesday, according to NFL insider Jordan Schultz. Achane will receive $32 million guaranteed, too. Achane more than surpassed the four-year, $48 million contract extension that James Cook signed with the Buffalo Bills last offseason, which was reportedly always his target. He’s now the third-highest-paid running back in the league at $17 million a season. Dolphins general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan made it clear multiple times this offseason that Achane was not available for trade, despite previously stating that “nobody is untouchable in this business” and dealing wide receiver Jaylen Waddle , long considered a cornerstone of the franchise , to the Denver Broncos . Sullivan also indicated that the team planned to extend Achane. The running back’s appearance at the Dolphins’ training facility after missing voluntary OTAs was viewed as a good-faith gesture that a deal would eventually get done. Sullivan has referred to Achane as a pillar of the franchise, alongside center Aaron Brewer and linebacker Jordyn Brooks . After completing Achane’s extension, Sullivan is expected to pursue new deals for Brewer and Brooks, both of whom have one year remaining on their current contracts. Since being selected in the third round of the 2023 NFL Draft, Achane has become a key contributor to Miami’s offense. After missing six games and sharing carries with Raheem Mostert during his rookie season, Achane has since proven durable and has led the team in rushing yards over the past two seasons. Last season, Achane surpassed 1,000 rushing yards for the first time in his career, finishing with 1,350 yards and eight rushing touchdowns, earning his first Pro Bowl selection. He reached those numbers despite battling multiple injuries, including a calf issue early in the year, a rib injury late in the season and a shoulder injury that sidelined him in Week 18. Achane also led the Dolphins in receptions with 67 catches for 488 yards. In 2024, he recorded 78 receptions for 592 yards and six touchdowns, all career highs. Without Tyreek Hill and Waddle, Achane could emerge as one of quarterback Malik Willis’ primary targets on a revamped Dolphins roster featuring a new head coach, quarterback, and general manager, along with three rookie wide receivers from this year’s draft
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