James Cook is one of the all time great running backs in Georgia football history. Fans may be a little biased because helped the Bulldogs win their first title under Kirby Smart in 2021, but he dominated college football during his time in Athens and hasn't stopped since entering the NFL.
Cook just wrapped up the best season of his career as he won he NFL's 2025 rushing title which goes to the player with the most rushing yards that year. That success however didn't stop him from striving for more as he reportedly just graduated from the University of Georgia and will walk at an upcoming ceremony on May 8.
NFL rushing leader and three-time Pro-Bowl selection James Cook has graduated from the University of Georgia and will walk at the ceremony May 8th.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) April 29, 2026
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Georgia RB James Cook adds to already impressive legacy
Cook already had an amazing legacy at Georgia. He contributed from the moment he stepped foot on campus and only got better as he got older. He finished his career at Georgia rushing for 728 yards and seven touchdowns in his final season en route to the Bulldogs first of two National Championships.
Fast forward a few years and his legacy at Georgia just got even better as he will graduate on May 8 at a ceremony in Athens.
Cook will now turn his attention squarely on the NFL where he is already one of the best running backs in the league. He just ran for over 1,000 yards for the third year in a row while also making the Pro Bowl for the third time as well.
The only thing left for Cook now is winning the Super Bowl. The Buffalo Bills have been one of the most consistent teams in the NFL throughout his four years with the organization, but they have been unable to get over the hump and win it all.
But as long as he keeps playing at a high level and quarterback Josh Allen keeps playing at an MVP level then it may just be a matter of time until he adds a Super Bowl ring to his resume.
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