Often overshadowed by his brother Dalvin, Buffalo Bills RB James Cook is coming off a productive rookie season. Despite receiving less than 100 total carries last season, Cook still averaged nearly six yards a carry (5.7). We dive into Cook’s player props and betting trends and make a best bet.
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James Cook Week 1 Player Props
All odds from DraftKings Sportsbook.
- Rushing Yards: 43.5 (Over +110/Under -130)
- Rush Attempts: 10.5 (Over +110/Under -140)
- Longest Rush: 12.5 (Over -115/Under -115)
- Longest Reception: 9.5 (Over -115/Under -115)
- Receiving Yards: 14.5 (Over -115/Under -115)
- Receptions: 2.5 (Over +110/Under -140)
- Rush/Rec. Yards: 62.5 (Over -110/Under -120)
- Anytime Touchdown Scorer: +175
- First Touchdown Scorer: +1000
Cook Betting Trends and Stats
Cook averaged 6.2 yards per touch last season, which ranked fourth in the NFL among all running backs who had at least 90 touches.
Cook Best Bet
All signs point to Cook getting plenty of opportunities to be the Bills’ No. 1 running back. And after seeing limited duty last season, Cook could be a factor as both a runner and receiver out of the backfield.
I found myself having to decide between different prop bets for Cook. Because he was regarded as a solid pass catcher coming out of college, you could certainly look at all the receiving prop bets and take your choice on more than one.
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But for me, I’m going to look at his numbers as a runner. I fully expect Cook to be able to get at least 50 yards on the ground (over/under is 43.5), but I’m also expecting him to get at least a dozen carries, which provides great value at +110.
Best Bet: Over Rush Attempts at 10.5 (+110 at DraftKings)
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