From the point of on field action I think the game itself was pretty dire, but by design. I think both managers were more than aware events elsewhere would determine what was needed to satisfy both teams. As it turned out Fulham blinked first and Warnock said he was relieved at half time when he knew the Fulham scoreline, I think he also said the players could take a breather in the second half.
I honestly believe once Reading knew they were safe if we needed the win they would have "obliged" so to speak if we had to go for it.
Roll over ? No but less resistance yes ! A well managed / engineered result all around I`d say.