Grateful Cooks Celebrates Playing with Bills’ ‘Special’ Allen

The Buffalo Bills have welcomed wide receiver Brandin Cooks, who expressed his excitement about playing alongside quarterback Josh Allen. Cooks signed with the Bills on Tuesday after a ten-game stint with the New Orleans Saints this season.

Brandin Cooks’ Journey to Buffalo

Cooks, 32, has had an impressive 12-year career in the NFL. He has previously played for renowned quarterbacks such as Drew Brees and Tom Brady. His admiration for Josh Allen is clear, as he stated, “The opportunity to be able to play with Josh [Allen] is, I mean, you can’t pass up the opportunity.”

Transition from New Orleans Saints

Cooks was released by the Saints after requesting to be let go last Wednesday. However, contract complications delayed his official release until Saturday. He expressed gratitude towards the Saints organization for their understanding and support during his transition, praising their efforts to help him choose his next team.

Current Season Statistics

This season, Cooks has recorded 19 receptions totaling 165 yards. His statistics reflect the lowest air yards per target since his rookie season, measuring at 9.4 yards. Additionally, his targets per route are at 9.5%, also a notable drop compared to previous seasons.

First Practice with the Bills

• Cooks participated in his first practice with the Bills on Wednesday.
• He is wearing jersey number 18, previously worn by Elijah Moore.

The Bills’ offense, facing challenges with consistency and a downfield passing game, has made Cooks’ addition a critical move for improvement. In their latest outing against the Texans, Allen was sacked eight times and had no touchdowns, highlighting the need for enhanced offensive tactics.

Coaching Support and Future Outlook

Head coach Sean McDermott respects Cooks’ abilities and believes his experience will benefit the team. He noted that Cooks possesses both speed and football skills essential for the wide receiver position.

Allen has also been working closely with Cooks to help him acclimate. The quarterback described Cooks as a “true professional,” praising his commitment and understanding of the playbook.

As the team prepares for their upcoming matchup against the Pittsburgh Steelers, the coaching staff will evaluate Cooks’ readiness for potential game action. Allen and McDermott remain optimistic that Cooks can contribute significantly to turning around the team’s offensive struggles.