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.

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen knows that with James Cook not practicing, others are getting valuable reps.

The running back has been in a standoff with the Bills since the end of last season over his contract terms and on Wednesday, skipped his third straight practice session.