James Cook Over Josh Allen

Allen has the best odds to score in this game, and it makes sense considering how good Kansas City’s defense is. If the Bills are going to reach the end zone, the best player on Buffalo’s offense might just have to make it happen himself — as he did in leading Buffalo to a win over KC in November.

The Bills took their first lead on the Chiefs in the AFC championship game thanks to an incredible effort from running back James Cook. On fourth down near the goal line, quarterback Josh Allen tossed the ball over to Cook on his right.

Buffalo Bills running back James Cook goes for a 33-yard rush against the Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC Championship Game.

Outside of Josh Allen, the Bills have put together a high-powered offense without a true superstar on the roster. They have utilized a rotational approach with both their running backs and pass catchers to find offensive success in a variety of situations.

James Cook Over Josh Allen

Bills running back James Cook was not about to join that chorus.

The Buffalo Bills had the Kansas City Chiefs on a string when they ran the ball in the AFC Championship Game. Why did it take them so long to start, and why did they stop?

James Cook has been a breakout star for the Bills this season and now it's time for Buffalo to give him what he deserves.

Colin Cowherd unveils his Top 10 NFL players in the AFC Championship Game, featuring the Patrick Mahomes-Josh Allen duo, Kansas City Chiefs TE (and Taylor Swift's boyfriend) Travis Kelce and Buffalo Bills running back James Cook.