FantasyPros - Fantasy Football Podcast on James Cook

Podcast2026 Fantasy Football Draft Strategy: Best Picks, Player Debates, Sleepers & Le...August 21, 2026

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But I can also see the argument for going with one of the running backs like James Cook. James Cook's also extremely safe.

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James Cook is a very safe running back option.

James Cook is highlighted as an extremely safe running back option for the first round.

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