In terms of general manager Brandon Beane, he spoke earlier in the week and admitted the team was surprised at Cook's hold out after he did appear at practices early on in camp. Even so, Beane still said communication is happening.

Rival Scout Hinted at James Cook’s ‘Hold In’ Before Training Camp Started originally appeared on Athlon Sports.

Up until now, Buffalo Bills running back James Cook has been present at practice despite not getting his desired new contract from the franchise. In what was seen as a good-faith move by the two-time Pro Bowl running back,