Yahoo Sports James Cook injury update: Latest updates on Bills RB
Buffalo Bills running back James Cook suffered an injury near the end of the fourth quarter against the Houston Texans in Week 5.
The star running back exited the game after slamming his foot on the ground while jumping for a catch down the sideline. Cook did not play in the game's final drive.
Cook is off to an outstanding start to the 2024 season. Since Joe Brady took over playcalling, he has been the identity of the Bills offense alongside Josh Allen. He is a clear focal point of the offense, receiving 22 touches in the game against Houston before the injury.
Here's the latest on the Bills running back's status:
James Cook injury update
James Cook returned to practice on Saturday and plans to play the Bills' "Monday Night Football" game against the New York Jets.
Bills Pro-Bowl RB James Cook will practice today despite his toe injury and plans to play Monday night vs. the Jets, per his agency LAA.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) October 12, 2024
Head coach Sean McDermott told reporters he was injured during the game against Houston.
Cook's injury appeared to happen near the end of the fourth quarter when he leaped and attempted to make a catch down the sideline. His left foot slams into the turf, where he could have suffered the toe injury.
#Bills James Cook L Foot/Toe inj
Cook’s foot/toe slam’s onto the turf, toes hyperextended. Direct blow through the foot probably didn’t feel great either.
Possible turf toe, thinking foot is more sore, toe is the real inj. This was his last play & favored it walking off field. pic.twitter.com/MxWtdf59es— Banged Up Bills (@BangedUpBills) October 9, 2024
The team has not provided further updates on the grade of the possible sprain at this time.
Bills RB depth chart
The Bills have two running backs on the current roster behind Cook. Veteran Ty Johnson and rookie fourth-round pick Ray Davis will be asked to step up if Cook misses time. Davis figures to be the next man up, though Johnson played all three snaps after Cook exited against the Texans.
Johnson is in his seventh season and is likely a more trusted option in pass protection and passing situations. Coming out of Kentucky, Davis was viewed as a three-down back because of his size and ability to run between the tackles.
James Cook stats
309 rushing yards (15th)
4 rushing TDs (Tied 2nd)
11 receptions (23rd among RBs)
123 receiving yards (14th among RBs)
1 receiving TD
This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: James Cook injury update: Latest updates on Bills RB
