Buffalo Bills’ James Cook WINS Rushing Title—Will His Receiving Game EXPAND Next?

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🗓️ 3 February 2026

⏱️ 28 minutes

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Buffalo Bills secure the NFL’s rushing crown with James Cook’s explosive season, but can he become an even bigger receiving threat under Joe Brady and Pete Carmichael? Joe Marino unpacks Cook’s league-leading ground game, the urgent need to clean up costly fumbles, and the untapped potential for the Bills’ running backs in the passing attack. Key insights include Ty Johnson’s under-the-radar role in the screen game, Ray Davis’ All-Pro impact as kick returner, and pivotal decisions looming on Reggie Gilliam’s contract. With a deep dive into advanced stats, contract outlooks, and special teams contributions, Joe Marino lays out the crucial off-season priorities Buffalo faces to maximize its dynamic backfield and maintain offensive versatility. Will the Bills’ running back room take the next step in 2026?

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0:00.0	What's next for the NFL's rushing king and the rest of the bills running backs?
0:07.5	We're going to explore that today on Locked on Bills.
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0:27.3	What's up, Bill's Mafia?
0:29.2	It's Joe Marino, author of the herd mentality substack co-host of the Lockedon NFL
0:34.3	Scouting podcast, co-host of the NFL First Read podcast, and I'm your host
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1:10.0	Well, folks, welcome in.
1:11.4	We're talking running backs today on this episode.
1:14.7	And I want to reflect on the season that was and project things moving forward and, of course,
1:21.7	identify the needs that the bills have at this position group.
1:26.3	And we're doing this for all the positions we did quarterbacks yesterday,
1:29.9	today is going to be running back.
1:32.7	So let's start with James Cook, a 22 second round pick, number 63 overall.
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