FantasyPros Articles on James Cook

Article10 Players to Avoid in PPR Leagues (2026 Fantasy Football)Captured June 25, 2026

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Last year's fantasy RB6, James Cook had a true breakout season, rushing for a career-high and league-leading 1,621 yards on 309 carries. Yet, even in the midst of that outstanding campaign, Cook caught just 33 passes on 40 targets. Other mid-range RB1s offer a much higher receiving floor, within a similarly steep price range.

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Despite finishing as fantasy RB6 last year with 1,621 rushing yards, Cook caught just 33 passes on 40 targets, offering a much lower receiving floor than other mid-range RB1s in PPR formats. Buffalo's philosophy under Joe Brady is expected to continue forcing passing targets elsewhere, making Cook a fade in PPR.