FantasyPros - Fantasy Football Podcast on James Cook

PodcastDraft THESE Players in Every Round! | 2026 Round-By-Round Fantasy Football Guid...August 8, 2026

From the episode

James Cook running back for the Buffalo bills... You're looking at a guy that is not drafted consistently as a top three running back when I think he could easily even be the RB one overall if he just catches more passes

Mentioned at 4:04 – 5:18

STACKED’s take

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James Cook has RB1 overall upside if his pass-catching role expands in Buffalo.

Andrew Erickson targets James Cook at the end of round one, noting his elite receiving production (44 catches, 445 yards in 2023). Erickson argues Cook has RB1 overall upside if he increases his pass-catching volume, which is supported by reports of Buffalo prioritizing running back involvement in the passing game.