In a shocking development, Buffalo Bills running back and fan favorite James Cook has been immediately suspended by the NFL following an explosive altercation with head coach Sean McDermott. According to team sources, the incident occurred during a closed practice session where tensions escalated, culminating in Cook allegedly hurling insults and threats toward McDermott in front of players and staff.
Witnesses described the outburst as “uncharacteristically aggressive,” and reports suggest the confrontation stemmed from ongoing frustrations over team strategy and Cook’s usage in recent games. The NFL and the Bills organization acted swiftly, removing Cook from team activities and initiating a formal investigation.
The league’s decision to suspend Cook indefinitely has sparked widespread reaction across the NFL community. Bills fans have expressed a mixture of disappointment and concern, given Cook’s rising stardom and key role in the offense. Meanwhile, the Bills front office has remained tight-lipped, only confirming that the situation is being handled “internally and with seriousness.”
As of now, no criminal charges have been filed, but league conduct policies are being reviewed. Whether Cook will return this season remains unclear, as both his future with the team and the league hangs in the balance.