Buffalo Rumblings on James Cook

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RB James Cook: 6.4, 6.4, and 6.3 yards per carry over his last three games, and the league's best rate of 10-plus-yard runs (21.4%). Yet he got just 12 carries on 35 snaps (59%) against New England. The Rams allow 3.8 yards per carry to backs (12th) and a 4.7% rate of 10-plus-yard runs (4th), so he needs volume.
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Cook's elite YPC and 10+ yard rate need volume against Rams' stout run defense.

Cook has posted elite efficiency over his last three games with 6.4, 6.4, and 6.3 yards per carry, and leads the league with a 21.4% rate of 10-plus-yard runs. However, he received just 12 carries on 35 snaps (59%) against New England. Against the Rams, who allow 3.8 yards per carry (12th) and a 4.7% rate of 10-plus-yard runs (4th), Cook's upside depends on volume; the Rams' defense is stout against explosive runs, so he needs increased touches to capitalize on his efficiency.

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