It has been said time and again that running backs no longer get paid substantial amounts of money. The league has gravitated so much as a pass-friendly one that the running backs’ overall workload has been reduced, and in turn, their contracts have taken a hit. <\/p>
That hasn’t stopped the top-tier backs from stealing the show, and every year we have seen a minimum of one or two running backs produce exceptional seasons. And while James Cook may not have had the same effect as a Saquon Barkley or a Derrick Henry, he has still been an essential part of the Bills’<\/a> offense over the past couple of years. <\/p> The Buffalo Bills signed a new 4-year contract extension with running back James Cook, which will see him pocket a handsome amount of $48 million. <\/p> The long-term deal also comes with a huge guarantee of $30 million, which is the most for any running back over the past 5 years. Cook will now make $12 million in average annual salary, which is a big leap from the $1.45 million he is earning on his rookie deal. <\/p>James Cook’s Contract Details<\/h2>