James Cook Fantasy

Buffalo Bills running back James Cook is expected to share the backfield with newcomer Damien Harris in 2023. Standing at 5-foot-11, 213 pounds, Harris will provide the thump that cook and pass-catching back Nyheim Hines lack. In his rookie campaign in 2022, Cook impressed with 507 yards and two touchdowns on 89 carries while adding 21 receptions for 180 yards and a touchdown in 16 games. The 23-year-old should see much more volume in his sophomore season, making him an attractive fantasy back, although Harris could end up stealing some valuable goal-line work. Meanwhile, Hines will probably continue to have a limited pass-catching role like he did last year after being acquired in a trade with the Indianapolis Colts.

Mar. 23rd • 12:29 PM

Buffalo Bills general manager Brandon Beane said on Tuesday that running back James Cook will have "an expanded workload and more touches" in his second NFL season in 2023. Cook, a second-rounder in 2022, finished his rookie season with 89 carries for 507 yards and two touchdowns while catching 21 of 32 targets for 180 yards and another score in 16 games (zero starts) while working behind Devin Singletary. But Cook could end up being Buffalo's No. 1 running back in his sophomore season, as Singletary is slated to hit free agency on March 15. The 23-year-old's fantasy arrow will be pointing firmly upward in 2023, even if Singletary is re-signed.

Feb. 28th • 10:11 PM

Buffalo Bills running back James Cook had a tough time making an impact during Sunday's Divisional Round matchup with the Cincinnati Bengals. The rookie back has been hit-or-miss this season, but picked the wrong time to have a bad game. Cook rushed five times for 13 yards in the loss. He was not targeted in the receiving game at all, which is a bit surprising. It'll be interesting to see what happens with the Bills backfield this offseason. Devin Singletary is a free agent, so Cook might end up the lead back if Singletary leaves. Otherwise, the two of them will likely split up the workload together. Fantasy managers will have to wait and see what happens this offseason before evaluating Cook's value.

Jan. 22nd • 8:03 PM