A $15 million average make Cook the NFL's second-highest paid running back. San Francisco's Christian McCaffrey, who signed a two-year, $38 million extension, is the only running back making at least $15 million per year. It'd put Cook ahead of Indianapolis' Jonathan Taylor ($14 million).

The Buffalo Bills are facing a tough decision with RB James Cook entering the final year on his rookie contract.

After the 2024 regular-season finale, Bills running back James Cook became eligible for a new contract. With one year left on his rookie deal, he's ready to be rewarded. Via SI.com, Cook said Wednesday on Instagram that he's looking for $15 million per year.