James Cook Denies Online Allegation After Uniform Stain

Buffalo Bills running back James Cook denied on Tuesday that he soiled himself during the team’s 23-6 victory over the Minnesota Vikings, after a mark on his white uniform pants prompted speculation online. The cause of the stain has not been established.

Cook addressed the allegation in a post on X, writing, “This is wild I didn’t s on myself.” The statement was a denial, not an explanation of the mark. The posts and reports repeating it trace back to Cook’s single post; they confirm what he said, but do not independently establish what caused the stain.

The mark appeared on the back of Cook’s pants during a play in the game, and television footage circulated online. Some users suggested it indicated a bathroom accident. Others raised possible explanations including field paint or artificial-turf residue, but the available reporting does not verify any cause.

The discussion followed a productive game for Cook. He rushed for 107 yards and a touchdown on 31 carries as Buffalo beat Minnesota 23-6. One report said the 31 carries were the highest single-game total by any NFL running back that season. The performance statistics were reported alongside the final score, but the stain’s...