JOHNTAY COOK NEWS

Quiet in loss Cook reeled in all two targets for 45 yards during Saturday's 41-16 defeat versus Georgia Tech.

Impact Cook snapped a streak of four consecutive games with at least six catches and eight targets. His two targets were a season low, and his 45 receiving yards were his third fewest in a game this season. Through eight games, Cook has caught 40 of 59 targets for 503 yards and two touchdowns.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Another quality outing Cook hauled in all six targets for 66 yards during Saturday's 30-13 defeat to Pittsburgh.

Impact Cook got off to a relatively slow start to 2025, totaling 12 receptions for 121 yards and a touchdown in his first three games. He's been excellent since, even with Syracuse working with a backup quarterback, logging at least six catches and 65 receiving yards in all four games. During that four-game stretch, Cook has caught 26 of 38 targets for 337 yards and a touchdown.

OCTOBER 20 • ROTOWIRE

Pitt dominates Syracuse 30-13 for third straight win

Quarterback Mason Heintschel runs for a touchdown as Pittsburgh beats Syracuse 30-13 on Saturday night

OCTOBER 19 • Associated Press

Ready to roll Saturday Cook (undisclosed) will be available for Saturday's game versus Pittsburgh, per the ACC availability report.

Impact Cook was listed as probable on the report leading up to the game, so it's not a major surprise that he'll give it a go against the Panthers. Cook is coming off a big three-game stretch, racking up 20 catches for 271 yards and a touchdown in that span, and he'll aim to add to that total Saturday.

OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Ready to roll Saturday Cook (undisclosed) will be available for Saturday's game versus Pittsburgh, per the ACC availability report.

Impact Cook was listed as probable on the report leading up to the game, so it's not a major surprise that he'll give it a go against the Panthers. Cook is coming off a big three-game stretch, racking up 20 catches for 271 yards and a touchdown in that span, and he'll aim to add to that total Saturday.

OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as probable Cook is listed as probable for Saturday's game against Pittsburgh.

Impact Cook is coming off one of his best games of the season after totaling 82 receiving yards and a score. He should be due for another busy day, especially if Justus Ross-Simmons (undisclosed) is unable to go.

OCTOBER 16 • ROTOWIRE

Pops in win Cook caught 7 of 12 targets for 82 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 31-18 defeat to Southern Methodist.

Impact Cook's breakout continued in Week 6, catching at least six passes and logging more than 75 receiving yards for a third straight game. His 11-yard touchdown catch from Rickie Collins in the fourth quarter was his second of the year, and his first since Week 1. Through six games, Cook has caught 32 of 49 targets for 392 yards.

OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go at SMU Cook (undisclosed) is good to go for Saturday's game at SMU, per the ACC availability report.

Impact Cook, as expected, will be healthy for the away game against the Mustangs. The junior wide receiver should make a big impact once again for Syracuse, with 25 grabs for 310 yards and a touchdown so far this season.

OCTOBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Expected to play Cook (undisclosed) is expected to play Saturday against SMU, Matt Zenitz of CBSSports.com reports.

Impact Cook was a late add to Syracuse's injury report Thursday, though it appears the junior wideout will ultimately suit up against the Mustangs. Cook, a transfer from Texas, has 310 yards and a touchdown on 25 receptions through five games this season.

OCTOBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable at SMU Cook (undisclosed) is questionable for Saturday's game at SMU, per the ACC availability report.

Impact Cook popped up on Thursday's injury report with an undisclosed injury and is now at risk of missing Saturday's contest. Through five games this season he has caught 25 passes for 310 yards and one touchdown so he figures to be a big contributor if he's able to go.

OCTOBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Productive in loss Cook gathered in 7 of 9 targets for 76 yards during Saturday's 38-3 loss versus Duke.

Impact Cook was on the injury report leading up to Saturday's game, but wound up suiting up. He produced a quality final stat line despite the Syracuse offense scoring merely three points. Cook paced the Orange in receptions and receiving yards. However, Cook lost two fumbles in the contest, which could mean fewer chances going forward. Through five games, Cook has caught 25 of his 38 targets for 310 yards and a touchdown.

SEPTEMBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Darian Mensah throws for two touchdowns, Nate Sheppard runs for two and Duke routs Syracuse 38-3

Duke dominated Syracuse with a 38-3 victory on Saturday, scoring 35 unanswered points

SEPTEMBER 27 • Associated Press

Good to go Saturday Cook is off the injury report ahead of Saturday's game versus Duke.

Impact Cook is good to go for Saturday's game after dealing with an undisclosed injury during the week. He has 18 catches (on 29 targets) for 234 yards and one touchdown, so he will be very involved in the clash versus Duke.

SEPTEMBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to probable Cook (undisclosed) has been upgraded from questionable to probable ahead of Saturday's game against Duke.

Impact Cook hasn't been completely cleared to play Saturday, but the change to probable suggests the wideout should be ready to play in this ACC opener against the Blue Devils. Cook is coming off a six-catch, 113-yard performance against Clemson in Week 4 and should be a prominent figure in the passing attack for the Orange if he ends up being available.

SEPTEMBER 26 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as questionable Cook is questionable for Saturday's game against Duke.

Impact Cook is notable addition to the injury report after exploding for 113 yards a week ago. It's unclear what exactly is putting his status up in the air but he would be a significant loss to the Orange's passing attack if he's unable to go.

SEPTEMBER 25 • ROTOWIRE

Pops in Week 4 Cook caught 6 of 12 targets for 113 yards during Saturday's 34-21 win against Clemson.

Impact Cook had been quiet in each of the last two games, totaling six catches for 63 yards. He erupted for a season-high 113 yards and 12 targets, while tying his best reception total. Cook ranks third on the team with 234 yards, and his 18 receptions are the second most.

SEPTEMBER 22 • ROTOWIRE

Angeli, Syracuse upset Clemson 34-21; Dabo Swinney off to worst start of his career

Steve Angeli threw for 244 yards and two touchdowns before leaving with a lower leg injury, Justus Ross-Simmons caught two TD passes as Syracuse upset Clemson 34-21

SEPTEMBER 20 • Associated Press

Efficient in OT win Cook (leg) hauled in all four targets for 27 yards during Saturday's 27-20 overtime victory over Connecticut.

Impact Cook was previously thought to be probable for Saturday's contest after being seen warming up with the team in pregame and was able to suit up against the Huskies. Cook was overall held quiet on the day, totaling just 27 yards on four targets, though the efficiency is encouraging to see. His next opportunity will come against Colgate on Friday.

SEPTEMBER 7 • ROTOWIRE

Joins warmups late Cook (leg) has joined in on warmups ahead of Saturday's game versus UConn, Chris Carlson of The Syracuse Post-Standard reports.

Impact Cook was initially absent from the warmups, but it appears the wideout has joined his teammates on the field ahead of Saturday's tilt. The junior made a splash in the opener with six catches for 58 yards and a touchdown on 10 targets and should be a regular factor in the passing attack for the Orange this season.

SEPTEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Not warming up for Week 2 Cook (leg) is not warming up for Saturday's game against UConn, Chris Carlson of The Syracuse Post-Standard reports.

Impact Carlson's announcement says that Cook is wearing sweats, which indicates that he likely will not play against UConn. As a result, his injury status significantly downgrades from probable to doubtful.

SEPTEMBER 6 • ROTOWIRE

Syracuse hosts UConn in Week 2

The Syracuse Orange take on the UConn Huskies

SEPTEMBER 2 • Associated Press

Should be available for Week 2 Cook (leg) is expected to be available for Saturday's game against UConn, Chris Carlson of Syracuse.com reports.

Impact Cook had five catches for 59 yards and a touchdown in the first half against the Volunteers before he suffered a tight muscle in one of his legs. However, the wideout said the injury wasn't serious, and all signs point to him being available for Saturday's game against UConn.

SEPTEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Pops in Syracuse debut Cook totaled six receptions (on 10 targets) for 58 yards and one touchdown during Saturday's 45-26 loss to Tennessee.

Impact Cook drew lots of praise during training camp and showed exactly why those around the Orange program were excited about him. The Texas transfer led the team in targets, catches and receiving yards while reeling in quarterback Steve Angeli's lone passing touchdown. Cook caught a total of 16 passes in 12 games across two seasons with the Longhorns, but looks the part of Syracuse's top wide receiver.

SEPTEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Impressing in camp Cook is impressing in Syracuse's fall camp, per Samantha Croston of CNY Central.

Impact Cook spent the past two years as something of an afterthought in the Texas offense, reeling in eight catches in both 2023 and 2024. Last season, he parlayed that into 137 yards and two scores, but elected to transfer to Syracuse to expand his role. He's slated to be a huge part of a revitalized Orange passing attack, and the news that he's standing out in camp to just about everybody indicates that he won't take long to make his presence felt in Upstate New York.

AUGUST 19 • ROTOWIRE

Troubled former Texas Longhorns 5-star WR lands on third team in six months It has been a wild six months for former Texas Longhorns WR Johntay Cook. Now he's found a new team.

MAY 2 • USATODAY.COM