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Bills Coach Sean McDermott Anticipates RB James Cook Will Resume Practicing After Weeklong `Hold

ORCHARD PARK, NEW YORK, AUG 12 – James Cook paused his nine-day practice hold-in amid contract talks seeking $11 to $12.5 million guaranteed, as Buffalo Bills coach Sean McDermott confirmed his expected return.

  • Buffalo Bills coach Sean McDermott confirmed Cook’s practice return Tuesday amid his nine-day hold-in and contract dispute.
  • Trying to secure a new deal, James Cook began a hold-in on Aug. 3 by stopping practice for `business` reasons.
  • Quoting McDermott, `expected to practice today` and `I would say so that things have changed`, indicating progress in Cook's contract situation.
  • Following the session, McDermott declined to say if Cook's hold-in is officially over.
  • Amid stalled talks, Cook is seeking guaranteed pay between $11 to $12.5 million, with disputes over whether he initially sought $15 million a season, Bills say.
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Sportsnet broke the news in Canada on Tuesday, August 12, 2025.
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