Broncos running back Ronnie Hillman earned the start and received the bulk of the carries over Montee Ball in Saturday's preseason game against the Seahawks.

Hillman had a chance to score but had some issues hanging on to the ball as he recovered his own fumble during his fourth series with the first unit. 13 plays later, he coughed up the ball right before breaking the plane. Brandon Browner returned the fumble 106 yards back for a Seahawks touchdown. Hillman finished with 34 yards on 13 carries, averaging 2.6 yards per clip.

Ball got his first touch of the night during the team's third drive and was pulled out after haltime. He rushed for 28 yards on six carries, averaging 4.7 yards per rush.

The Broncos will play their third preseason game Aug. 24 at home against the Rams, which could indicate who has the edge for the starting job.

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