This article was originally published on www.si.com as Josh Allen Made Clear He Has James Cook's Back Amid Bills RB's Contract Hold-In. Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen sounds pretty supportive of running back James Cook's ongoing contract hold-in. Or, at least, he understands what's at stake.

Bills QB Josh Allen told reporters that he "desperately" wants James Cook back on the practice field, but he's supportive of his teammate during the RB's contract dispute.

Buffalo Bills running back James Cook isn't practicing with his contract under the spotlight, but the team's star player knows how important it will be to have him back on the field.