The Chicago Bears came to town on Sunday, but Broncos running back was not on the field for the action. Moreno is still sidelined from the MCL sprain, however, things are looking good for him being back for the start of the season.

From Rotoworld:

Knowshon Moreno was on the field prior to Sunday night’s preseason game testing out his sprained MCL.
Running with a bungee cord attached to the base of a goal post, Moreno did a series of crossovers, lateral moves, and backpedals. The Denver Post gives Moreno a “chance” to practice this week on a limited basis. He’s been ruled out against Chicago, but is due back before the Broncos’ season opener.

The Broncos had the No. 2 offense in the NFL last year. They lost Jay Cutler, but added a great running back in Moreno. Let’s hope he can get on the field and win them some ball games.

The Denver Broncos were without first round draft pick Knowshon Moreno in their second preseason game against the Seattle Seahawks. Knowshon is being held out because of an MCL Sprain. If the Broncos are lucky, they may have him back for the final preseason game.

Knowshon Moreno was drafted to be a starting, 3-down back from the get go. If he can’t get healthy though, he won’t be starting opening day and will lose carries to some of the vets like LaMont Jordan and Correll Buckhalter.

Knowshon Moreno recently signed his rookie contract with the Denver Broncos, believed to be paying him about $12.5 million in guaranteed money. The Broncos invested the 12th overall pick in Moreno so they’ll expect him to be active early and often. You don’t pick someone that high to ease him into the position, especially a running back.

We see time and time again rookie running backs contribute in big ways: Adrian Peterson, Matt Forte, Marshawn Lynch, Joseph Addai, etc. The coaches believe Knowshon is a 3 down back… the type of player that doesn’t need to be pulled out of the game in short yardage and goal-line situations. He can run the ball and pass block, making him useful in any situation.

The Broncos have their first preseason game coming up on Friday, August 14 against the San Francisco 49ers. I expect Knowshon to get something like 7-8 carries and maybe a catch or two.