James Cook landed a four-year, 48 million extension with 30 million guaranteed, a landmark move visible on HBO’s Hard Knocks and greeted by Bills GM Brandon Beane with a flurry of excitement. Buffalo keeps a top asset at the center of its offense as it pursues a win-now path, while Beane stresses the franchise motto: draft, develop, and sign their own. Alongside Cook, Beane has already re-signed Khalil Shakir, Christian Benford, and Terrel Bernard from the same draft class, signaling a clear commitment to internal development and continuity.

Cook’s deal comes as the Bills’ plan to grow through homegrown talent gains momentum, with Joe Brady’s presence at practice hinting at a more dynamic, perhaps more pass-heavy attack. For fantasy managers, this extension cements Cook as a central piece in Buffalo’s offense, with upside tied to workload and usage in the passing game as Brady shapes the scheme.