Seneca wasn’t overly flashy, but no one expected that out of a guy making his 2nd career NFL start behind a Seattle line that hasn’t exactly been playing the best football. With the rain, it was clear Holmgreen was very content with getting an early lead, running the ball and begging the Oakland offense to do anything worth mentioning. The Raider offense didn’t disappoint, giving up 9 sacks, producing just 230 total yards and an ejection of a player.
Wallace did look very poised and well prepared for the game. He was almost always on the mark with his passes; unfortunately the Seattle receivers have a case of the dropsies.
Seneca’s final stats Passing - 18/30 for 176 yards, 1 TD, 0 INT, 3 sacks, Long 23
Rushing – 3 for 49 yards, 0 TD, Long 37
The TD pass to Branch was a pretty one, but the 37 yard scamper from Wallace was a lot more fun to watch. Of course, ESPN delighted us with the highlight of “The Run” from a 2002
ISU win over Texas Tech.
Up next for Wallace, a Sunday afternoon date with the Rams. A tougher foe than what he faced tonight, especially when you look at the Rams offense. Their defense will give up points though. Also, it seems Seneca will have the pleasure of a Pro Bowl running back, as Alexander may return next week. However, this could be his last start as Hasselback is expected to return when Seattle goes on the road to face the 49ers.
All in all, a clean game from Wallace tonight. Not the same big numbers he put up against Kansas City, but I think he played better tonight – being virtually mistake free. A good pair of auditions for other teams around the NFL!
