In a surprising and humane gesture, James Cook – the rising star of the Buffalo Bills football team – has moved the international community by donating hundreds of thousands of dollars and sending a message of deep condolences to the families of the victims of the horrific plane crash in India earlier this week.

According to Indian media, the accident occurred in the state of Maharashtra, killing dozens of people and seriously injuring many others. Amid the overwhelming grief, James Cook’s actions have been described as “a light in the darkness”, as he not only provided financial assistance to the families of the victims but also committed to long-term sponsorship for some children who lost their parents in the tragedy.

On his personal page, James Cook wrote:

“I cannot imagine the pain that the families are going through. Although I am half a world away, my heart goes out to India and all those affected. We are a global family – when one suffers, we all feel it.”

This action immediately received praise from NFL fans and the online community around the world. The hashtag #JamesCookForIndia quickly became a trend on X (Twitter), with thousands of comments of thanks and shares.

Experts say that not only is James Cook a talented player, he is gradually affirming his role as a symbol of social responsibility in the sports world. He is becoming a role model for a new generation of athletes – not only good at playing but also having a heart to share.