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  • James Cook
  • RB #28
  • James
    Cook
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  • Manager: FA
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vs. NE: #5 vs opposing RB - 18.81 FPA
Bye Week7Rank44% Rostered34.2% Change-WK 17 Pts0.00WK 18 Pts7.10
2022 Fantasy Stats
   PassingRushingReceivingRetMiscFumFantasy
WkOppResultsYdsTDIntYdsTDRecYdsTDTDFumTD2PTLostPts
1@LA
Win, 31-10
---2-------1-1.80
2TEN
Win, 41-7
---53--------5.30
3@MIA
Loss, 19-21
---3-437-----8.00
4@BAL
Win, 23-20
------------0.00
5PIT
Win, 38-3
---311-------9.10
6@KC
Win, 24-20
---8--------0.80
7Bye  ------------0.00
8GB
Win, 27-17
---35-141-----8.60
9@NYJ
Loss, 17-20
---15-218-----5.30
10MIN
Loss, 30-33
---22--------2.20
11CLE
Win, 31-23
---86--------8.60
12@DET
Win, 28-25
---4-214-----3.80
13@NE
Win, 24-10
---64-641-----16.50
14NYJ
Win, 20-12
---6-19-----2.50
15MIA
Win, 32-29
---34-251----11.90
16@CHI
Win, 35-13
---99119-----17.80
17@CIN
CAN, 0-0
------------0.00
18NE
Win, 35-23
---45-26-----7.10
2022 Fantasy Stats
  RushingReceivingFumFantasy
WkOppYdsTDYdsTDLostPts
1@LA,
W 31-10
2---1-1.80
2TEN,
W 41-7
53----5.30
3@MIA,
L 19-21
3-37--8.00
4@BAL,
W 23-20
-----0.00
5PIT,
W 38-3
311---9.10
6@KC,
W 24-20
8----0.80
7Bye-----0.00
8GB,
W 27-17
35-41--8.60
9@NYJ,
L 17-20
15-18--5.30
10MIN,
L 30-33
22----2.20
11CLE,
W 31-23
86----8.60
12@DET,
W 28-25
4-14--3.80
13@NE,
W 24-10
64-41--16.50
14NYJ,
W 20-12
6-9--2.50
15MIA,
W 32-29
34-51-11.90
16@CHI,
W 35-13
9919--17.80
17@CIN,
CAN, 0-0
-----0.00
18NE,
W 35-23
45-6--7.10
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  • 25.30
  • 38.00
  • 40.00
  • 59.10
  • 60.80
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  • 88.60
  • 95.30
  • 102.20
  • 118.60
  • 123.80
  • 1316.50
  • 142.50
  • 1511.90
  • 1617.80
  • 170.00
  • 187.10
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News

  • Expected to see more work in 2023

    Bills GM Brandon Beane said Cook is expected to a bigger part of the offense in 2023, according to Matt Lombardo of Heavy.com.

    Analysis: "We're excited about Cook, and looking forward to what he can do in Year 2, especially with an expanded workload and more touches," Beane said Tuesday. With Devin Singletary slated for free agency this offseason, Cook has a chance to carve out the lead-back job in Buffalo after he averaged 5.7 yards per carry on 89 rushes as a rookie. The Bills will very likely add to their backfield this offseason, but Cook's fantasy arrow is pointing upward.

    Published: Tue, Feb 28 at 12:09pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Makes big strides in rookie season

    Cook finished the regular season with 507 rushing yards on 89 carries (5.7 YPC) and two rushing touchdowns to go with a 21-180-1 line in the receiving game.

    Analysis: The second-round rookie worked his way into almost an even timeshare with starter Devin Singletary by the end of the campaign, and while Cook never really exploded with a giant game, he proved to be useable for those needing to count on modest production from a deeper RB spot. Singletary is an unrestricted free agent, plus the Bills do not expect to have much cap room this offseason, so if Cook's teammate leaves for greener pastures, it could really open things up for him in his second…read more

    Published: Thu, Jan 26 at 11:52am by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores in Sunday's win

    Cook rushed 12 times for 39 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 34-31 win over the Dolphins in the wild-card round.

    Analysis: Cook took a handoff 12 yards to help double Buffalo's lead during the first quarter. Although he also had a 13-yard rush, Cook found little room to maneuver on his other carries. Meanwhile, teammate Devin Singletary rushed 10 times for 48 yards. As the Bills now advance to the AFC divisional round, expect Cook and Singletary to continuing sharing snaps alongside quarterback Josh Allen.

    Published: Sun, Jan 15 at 2:45pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Outplays Singletary in Week 18 win

    Cook rushed nine times for 45 yards and caught both of his targets for six yards in Sunday's 35-23 win over the Patriots.

    Analysis: Cook was more effective than Devin Singletary, who mustered only 32 yards on eight touches and lost a fumble. After being used sparingly to start the season, the rookie second-round pick out of Georgia started to take on a larger share of Buffalo's backfield touches down the stretch, with 338 of Cook's 507 rushing yards coming in his last seven games. Cook and Singletary will likely continue to split carries in the wild-card round against the Dolphins.

    Published: Sun, Jan 8 at 1:19pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Career-best effort Christmas Eve

    Cook rushed 11 times for 99 yards and a touchdown and caught one of two targets for nine yards in Buffalo's win over Chicago on Saturday.

    Analysis: The 99 rushing yards and the 108 scrimmage yards are career highs for the rookie, who continues to provide the Bills with a Robin to Devin Singletary's Batman. Cook has gone over 100 yards from scrimmage or scored a TD in three of the past four games, giving him solid value as a No. 2 running back. He'll continue to see regular touches, as newcomer Nyheim Hines barely gets looks in the regular game plan.

    Published: Mon, Dec 26 at 10:32pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Finds end zone in key win

    Cook carried five times for 34 yards and caught two of three targets for five yards and a touchdown in Saturday's 32-29 win over the Dolphins.

    Analysis: The TD catch was the first of Cook's NFL career, as he continues to have a sizable role behind starting RB Devin Singletary in a high-powered offense. While Cook has seen only nine carries over the past two games, he has now put up at least eight fantasy points in three of the past five contests, not bad production for a backup running back. His production could spike if the Bills -- currently the top seed in the AFC -- get to rest some starters for the final game of the season, and…read more

    Published: Tue, Dec 20 at 8:52pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Finds end zone in key win

    Cook carried five times for 34 yards and caught two of three targets for five yards and a touchdown in Saturday's 32-29 win over the Dolphins.

    Analysis: The TD catch was the first of Cook's NFL career, as he continues to have a decent-sized role behind starter Devin Singletary in a high-powered offense. While Cook has seen only nine carries over the past two games, he has now put up at least eight fantasy points in three of the past five contests, not bad production for a backup running back. The real fantasy jackpot could come if the Bills -- currently the top seed in the AFC -- are able to rest some starters for the final game of the season,…read more

    Published: Mon, Dec 19 at 10:51pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Struggles to find open running room

    Cook carried four times for six yards and added a nine-yard reception in Sunday's 20-12 win over the Jets.

    Analysis: Though he and starter Devin Singletary worked in a relatively even timeshare for the second week in a row, Cook wasn't able to build on his breakthrough Week 13 outing against the Patriots, during which the rookie totaled 105 yards from scrimmage on 20 touches. Singletary was the more productive of the two backs versus the Jets (eight carries for 39 yards, one catch for four yards), but not so much so that it will guarantee him the majority of the snaps moving forward. Even if Cook sees his 41…read more

    Published: Wed, Dec 14 at 1:58pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Career-best game Thursday

    Cook rushed 14 times for 64 yards and secured all six targets for 41 yards in the Bills' 24-10 win over the Patriots on Thursday night.

    Analysis: Cook ended up as the surprise leader in rush attempts and rushing yardage on the night for the Bills while also checking in second in receptions. The rookie outpaced Devin Singletary by one carry and 13 rushing yards, and Cook also drew four more targets than his backfield mate, who didn't bring in either of his two looks. Whether Thursday night's usage is a harbinger of things to come down the stretch remains to be seen, but it's worth noting Cook does now have double-digit rush attempts in…read more

    Published: Thu, Dec 1 at 8:40pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Two carries, two catches Week 12

    Cook rushed twice for four yards and caught two of five targets for 14 yards in Thursday's 28-25 win over Detroit.

    Analysis: Devin Singletary dominated the touches in Buffalo's backfield with 80 scrimmage yards on 14 carries and one catch, but Cook at least maintained the No. 2 role over Nyheim Hines, who touched the ball only once on offense. Barring an injury to Singletary, Cook will have a hard time carving out a meaningful role as a distant third rushing option in a Buffalo offense that relies primarily on Josh Allen's arms and legs.

    Published: Fri, Nov 25 at 10:10am by Rotowire.com
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  • Making his mark

    Cook rushed 11 times for 86 yards in Buffalo's win over over the Browns on Sunday. He was targeted twice but did not catch a pass.

    Analysis: This was not a case of garbage-time yards for the rookie backup to Devin Singletary, as the contest was closely contested for much of the afternoon, and Cook was used as an effective change-up to Singletary. The former showed his speed on a few of the runs and co-led the Bills in rushing yardage. While Singletary is the clear-cut No. 1 and seems to be picking up steam himself, Cook clearly is ahead of trade deadline acquisition Nyheim Hines, who's been used primarily in the return game and saw…read more

    Published: Mon, Nov 21 at 9:33am by Rotowire.com
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  • Keeps No. 2 role in Week 9

    Cook took four carries for 15 yards and gathered in two of four targets for 18 yards during Sunday's 20-17 loss at the Jets.

    Analysis: Despite the addition of Nyheim Hines from the Colts prior to last week's trade deadline, Cook remained the No. 2 running back in terms of usage Week 9, at least for one game. Devin Singletary paced the Bills backfield with 12 touches on a 74 percent snap share, Cook had six touches while playing 23 percent of the plays, and Hines didn't have a rush and couldn't haul in his only target on four offensive snaps. The script may flip as Hines grows more accustomed to the playbook, but for the time…read more

    Published: Tue, Nov 8 at 12:32pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Likely to sit third on depth chart

    Cook is expected to head into the Bills' Week 9 game against the Jets as the team's third running back after Buffalo acquired Nyheim Hines from Indianapolis on Tuesday, Michael Giardi of NFL Network reports.

    Analysis: Fresh off carrying five times for 35 yards while adding a 41-yard reception in Sunday's win over the Packers, Cook might have seemed poised to handle a larger role in the second half of the season behind top back Devin Singletary. Instead, the Bills' decision to trade for Hines looks like it'll render Cook as little more than an insurance option, given that Hines has been one of the NFL's top pass-catching backs since entering the NFL in 2018. Singletary is averaging a healthy 4.5 yards per…read more

    Published: Tue, Nov 1 at 1:13pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Combines for 76 yards in win

    Cook rushed five times for 35 yards and caught his lone target for 41 yards in Sunday's 27-17 win over the Packers.

    Analysis: Cook stuck as the clear No. 2 back behind Devin Singletary for the second week in a row. The rookie second-round pick showed burst when he was on the field, ripping off 41 yards on an impressive catch in addition to his work as a rusher. Devin Singletary dominated the backfield touches with 15 to Cook's six, so it appears that the Bills feel more comfortable with the consistent veteran option while the team continues to rack up wins. That said, Cook is looking like a player worth stashing in…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 31 at 12:00am by Rotowire.com
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  • Little usage as clear No. 2

    Cook saw just two carries for eight yards and didn't get a target during Sunday's win over Kansas City.

    Analysis: Cook managers may have gotten their hopes up when Zack Moss was made a healthy inactive for the game, but it was too close of a contest for the team to put much on the rookie's shoulders, especially with Devin Singletary and Josh Allen capable of handling most of the rushing load. It at least looks like Cook has moved past Moss on the depth chart, and the Bills do have an easier schedule following the team's Week 7 bye, so there could be upcoming opportunities to give Cook some extra playing…read more

    Published: Mon, Oct 17 at 9:03am by Rotowire.com
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  • Scores first NFL touchdown

    Cool rushed four times for 31 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's win over the Steelers. He was not targeted in the passing game.

    Analysis: Cook saw extra time with the game being a laugher, as all four of the Bills' top rushers averaged at least seven yards per carry. And that's outside of Josh Allen's 424 passing yards. Both Cook and Zack Moss are well behind Devin Singletary in the pecking order, though Cook -- a second-round rookie -- showed some real burst on his TD run Sunday, so it'll be interesting to see how the carries shake out in the coming weeks when Singletary needs a breather.

    Published: Mon, Oct 10 at 4:16pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Plays two offensive snaps

    Cook did not record a single rushing attempt and failed to reel in his lone target in Sunday's 23-20 win over the Ravens.

    Analysis: Cook was a complete non-factor in the contest, playing just two offensive snaps. Starter Devin Singletary is handling the majority of the team's snaps out of the backfield, leaving few opportunities for both Cook and fellow backup Zack Moss. The rookie Cook will look to improve upon his down week as Buffalo's No. 3 running back when the Bills host the Steelers in Week 5.

    Published: Wed, Oct 5 at 2:32am by Rotowire.com
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  • Gets 11 carries in mop-up duty

    Cook rushed 11 times for 53 yards and failed to catch his only target in Monday's 41-7 win over the Titans.

    Analysis: Cook got an extensive audition after the game got out of hand, and the rookie second-round pick looked explosive, with most of his yardage coming on a 33-yard burst to open Buffalo's final drive. For now, Cook's usage in competitive games will be limited to splitting change-of-pace duties behind Devin Singletary with Zack Moss, though this likely won't be the last blowout the Bills orchestrate in 2022.

    Published: Mon, Sep 19 at 8:05pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Debut to forget

    Cook fumbled on his very first NFL rushing attempt in Thursday's win over the Rams and did not receive another carry or target in the passing game.

    Analysis: If Cook was coached by the great Bill Belichick, he might not see the field again until Week 16. While we can kid on that point, the Bills didn't bench him completely following the miscue. Still, Cook saw only five percent of the offensive snaps compared to Devin Singletary's 59 percent and Zack Moss's 37 percent. While Cook is a second-round pick and has plenty of upside, it's hard to see him leap-frogging Singletary even if he does hold onto the ball better. Cook will see his looks, but it's…read more

    Published: Fri, Sep 9 at 10:37pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Starts preseason finale

    Cook carried the ball three times for 13 yards in Friday's preseason loss to the Bills. He also had one reception that went for no gain.

    Analysis: Cook started the game, though Devin Singletary didn't tally any statistics in the team's preseason finale. Cook was stymied on the team's first drive, gaining no yards on a carry and reception. He also was called for chop block penalty, though the foul was declined. Cook rebounded for gains of nine and four yards on the ground during the team's second drive, his only action of the contest. He figures to work behind Singletary to begin the season, though Cook's role could expand if he impresses…read more

    Published: Fri, Aug 26 at 8:57pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Strong preseason showing

    Cook ran for 38 yards on four carries and caught a 12-yard reception on one target in Buffalo's preseason game against Denver on Saturday.

    Analysis: The explosive running Cook demonstrated at Georgia has so far carried over to the NFL, and he appears ready for whatever role the Bills might have for him -- seemingly a pass-heavy role off the bench behind starter Devin Singletary. Singletary (four carries for 39 yards) and Zack Moss (four carries for 19 yards and two touchdowns) did some flexing of their own against Denver, which is a useful reminder that this backfield might rotate often.

    Published: Sat, Aug 20 at 1:42pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Minimal impact in preseason debut

    Cook carried the ball three times for five yards in Saturday's 27-24 preseason win over the Colts. He added one reception on one target for five yards.

    Analysis: Cook mixed in with Zack Moss on the Bills' first offensive possession of the game and was on the field for a few offensive possessions thereafter. He couldn't get going in any facet of the game and was outplayed by Moss, who managed 37 yards on three attempts. Devin Singletary didn't suit up Saturday but is expected to serve as the lead back in Buffalo to begin the season, while Moss and Cook figure to battle for a complementary role out of the backfield.

    Published: Sat, Aug 13 at 8:26pm by Rotowire.com
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  • Fleshing out receiving skills

    Cook has taken some reps with the wide receivers in camp to work on his route running and footwork, Joe Buscaglia of The Athletic reports.

    Analysis: The Bills are enthralled with Cook's pass-catching ability out of the backfield, so the rookie second-round pick's likely to carve out a role as a change-of-pace complement to Devin Singletary. Spending some time with the receivers coaches should help Cook hone his skill set, though he's still likely to play primarily at running back in games.

    Published: Fri, Aug 5 at 9:27am by Rotowire.com
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