1 major factor defined James Cook’s Week 6 grade in Bills’ close win over Raiders

After being called out by his head coach, James Cook bounced back against the Las Vegas Raiders in a positive way.

By Brandon Ray · BuffaLowDown

Published: Tuesday, 20 October 2026 at 10:00 AM

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Brandon Ray highlights James Cook's improved ball security as the defining factor in his Week 6 performance.
The Buffalo Bills defeated the Las Vegas Raiders 33-30 after tying 13-13 at halftime.
Cook rushed for 95 yards and one touchdown, averaging 4.3 yards per carry.

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BuffaLowDown writer Brandon Ray argues that improved ball security defined running back James Cook's Week 6 performance in the Buffalo Bills' 33-30 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders. After struggling to find an offensive rhythm in a 13-13 first half, Buffalo relied on Cook in the second half as he rushed for 95 yards and scored a touchdown to give the Bills a 30-23 lead.

Ray gave Cook a B+ grade for the game, highlighting his careful ball protection after head coach Joe Brady previously criticized him for fumbling twice in Week 5 against the Los Angeles Rams.

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