Buffalo Bills head coach Sean McDermott said he expected James Cook to suit up and practice on Thursday, but that wasn't the case. With that in mind, reigning MVP Josh Allen admitted that, as much as he doesn't have any influence in the team's decision-making,

Buffalo Bills running back James Cook is still awaiting his new contract, and as such, is a hold in at training camp until otherwise stated. That means Cook isn't on the field with his teammates and isn't getting crucial reps to prepare him for the regular season.

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen is without his top running back -- on the field, at least -- as the Bills prepare for the 2025 season. James Cook is in the midst of a hold-in while angling for a new deal with Buffalo.