Is George Holani now the favorite for Seahawks' RB3 role?
Holani rushed for a game-high 61 yards and a touchdown via seven carries. Holani's score was an explosive 24-yard run in the first quarter that opened the scoring. The former Boise State standout averaged 8.7 yards per carry.
McIntosh's injury has created new competition at running back. It was Holani that took full advantage of his opportunity against the Raiders. Meanwhile rookie running back Damien Martinez struggled by comparison.
Martinez rushed for 10 yards via six carries. The rookie ball-carrier out of Miami averaged just 1.7 yards per carry. He was even outperformed by Jacardia Wright, who rushed for 34 yards and a touchdown via seven carries (4.7 YPC).
The Seahawks face a conundrum with Martinez as of now. Do they carry four running backs on the 53-man roster, or does GM John Schneider attempt to sneak Martinez onto the practice squad? As of now, Holani is establishing himself as the RB3.
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