This article was originally published on www.si.com/nfl/bills as Joe Brady explains why James Cook didn't get more third-down looks for Bills in 2024. The Buffalo Bills didn't use James Cook on third downs as much as they could have in 2024 and that's something the veteran running back hopes will change in 2025.

Buffalo Bills running back James Cook is entering the final year of his rookie deal and would like an extension.

With the Buffalo Bills and James Cook in a current contract dispute, his teammate in star quarterback Josh Allen, would go out of his way to endlessly compliment the running back. While the rumors around the situation with the Bills and Cook will continue, there's no doubt that Allen cherishes him as a teammate.