Reaction To James Cook Getting PAID & Latest HBO Hard Knocks

On this episode of Talking Buffalo, Patrick Moran is joined by Maniac from Trainwreck Sports to react to Buffalo Bills running back James Cook's shiny new contract as well as the latest episode of HBO's Hard Knocks featuring the Bills.

The Cook contract saga officially came to an end early Wednesday morning when it was revealed that Cook signed a new four-year extension with the Bills that will keep him in Buffalo through 2029. The deal is reportedly worth $48 million over four years and includes $30 million in guaranteed money----slotting him currently third-most in that category. The guys have plenty of takes about a deal that while far from a bargain it feels like the team's gotten with some other high end players, it was a deal that needed to get done for a lot of reasons on a few levels.

Also, the second episode of Hard Knocks aired on Tuesday night.  The guys go over things that really liked about the episode as well as some things they didn't, concluding that while it's made for fascinating viewing for Bills fans, the lack of drama or compelling storylines could be a snoozefest for those who aren't a fan of the team.

They also spend some time talking about what goes on behind the curtain of content creating--a lot of things that fans of shows they enjoy don't always see. That plus Jordan Poyer's hating on the Dolphins and plenty more.

The Talking Buffalo online merch store is now live! You can purchase t shirts, hoodies, zip ups, crewnecks and polos in a couple of different styles and colors. Visit our online page for pricing and options and while there, check out Buf on Weck for tons of cool gear!

Make sure to follow Maniac on Twitter @ZachSheldon and check out all the Trainwreck Sports content including their various podcasts and content shows on their website right here.

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