The Seahawks' preseason opener against the Las Vegas Raiders ended in a tie, 23-23 and Thursday night's matchup was a chance for rookies and young starters to get their taste of real action. Rookies shined in their NFL preseason debuts and young starters vying for a roster spot added to their cases.

The Seahawks have made running the ball the priority this preseason, and it showed in their opener against the Raiders. Here are a few more thoughts from the tie.

Baltimore beat Indianapolis 24-16, with Ravens wideout LaJohntay Wester’s 87-yard punt return touchdown the play of the night. Richardson left the game early in the first quarter after David Ojabo’s blind-side sack, with head coach Shane Steichen calling the quarterback “day-to-day” afterward.

Tory Horton scores his first NFL TD with spin move for Seahawks

Tory Horton's fast start to NFL life continues as the former Colorado State star snagged a touchdown catch in his first preseason game.