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Seahawks vs Vikings: 5 Takeaways from Seattle’s 18-11 loss

By Keith Myers

Aug 18, 2016; Seattle, WA, USA; Minnesota Vikings running back Jerick McKinnon (21) scores a touchdown during the second quarter in a preseason game against the Seattle Seahawks at CenturyLink Field. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-USA TODAY Sports
Aug 18, 2016; Seattle, WA, USA; Minnesota Vikings running back Jerick McKinnon (21) scores a touchdown during the second quarter in a preseason game against the Seattle Seahawks at CenturyLink Field. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-USA TODAY Sports /
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Aug 18, 2016; Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Trevone Boykin (2) beats Minnesota Vikings safety Jayron Kearse (27) to the end zone for a two point conversion during the fourth quarter at CenturyLink Field. Minnesota defeated Seattle, 18-11. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY Sports
Aug 18, 2016; Seattle, WA, USA; Seattle Seahawks quarterback Trevone Boykin (2) beats Minnesota Vikings safety Jayron Kearse (27) to the end zone for a two point conversion during the fourth quarter at CenturyLink Field. Minnesota defeated Seattle, 18-11. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-USA TODAY Sports /

The rookie runners were (mostly) unimpressive

Both Alex Collins and Zac Brooks failed to make a positive impact. There was too much hesitation, and far too many missed blocks in pass protection.

Collins ended up with 6 carries for only 13 yards. He also was the third down back in the first quarter, but didn’t do much with those snaps either.

Brooks got a lot of snaps as the third down back. He had 1 catch for 4 yards to go along with two rushes for 10 yards, and 7 of those yards came on a draw on 3rd and 21.

On the other hand, the completely unknown and unheralded Troymaine Pope had a great night. He made the most of his 10 carries, gashing the Vikings for 86 yards and a touchdown. Sure, all those yards came against scrubs, but he looked decisive, quick, and powerful.

Next: Not a good day for Wilson

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