Rotowire just released the following update about Denver RB Knowshon Moreno. Their scouts are impressed with the ways he’s been playing in the mandatory mini-camps. Let’s just hope he doesn’t take a step back when the pads come on.

Update:
Moreno has been making a strong impression during the Broncos’ mandatory minicamp, the Denver Post reports. On Saturday, he took all of the snaps with the first-team offense during a no-huddle drill against the defensive starters. He ended the drive with a touchdown reception.

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“I like this kid,” fellow running back Correll Buckhalter said. “I think he’s going to be a heck of a player in this league.” Buckhalter and LaMont Jordan still top the depth chart, but Moreno is coming into his own as he gets a stronger grasp of coach Josh McDaniels’ offense. He’s still not a guarantee to open the year as the starter, but right now he seems to be well on his way to earning that designation.

Have any of you been out to the mini-camps? I’d love to grab post some pictures. Please contact us if you do.

At the 2009 NFL Rookie Premier Photoshoot in LA on May 16, Upper Deck held a touchdown dance competition. The winner would receive an authentic autographed Michael Jordan Chicago Bulls jersey. there was some stiff competition from guys like Mark Sanchez, Matt Stafford, Jason Smith and Aaron Curry… but ultimately there could only be one touchdown dance champion. Our boy Knowshon Moreno!

Check out his dance and prize acceptance in this video.

Here’s a clip of new Denver Broncos running back Knowshon Moreno doing an interview with ToppsTV at the NFL Rookie Shoot. He dances through the whole thing.

Generally, a lot is expected of first round draft picks. Knowshon Moreno, of the Denver Broncos, will be expected to start at running back immediately and contribute right away. Broncos fans are used to have a high powered rushing attack and they’ll expect no less from this former Georgia great.

Someone over at the Bleacher Report posted 10 questions he would ask Knowshon Moreno. Are there any questions you would add to the list? How do you think he would answer them?

1. How do you think playing football in the SEC will help you transit into the NFL?
2. Was it a surprise to hear your name get called to the Denver Broncos? Was there anything that only you knew that helped you predict this?
3. What was the first thing you’re going to do with the signing bonus of your contract?
4. What do you like about new head coach Josh McDaniels?
5. How much of an impact do you think the team will lack without Jay Cutler?
6. To fans of the Broncos who haven’t seen you play, how would you describe your running style?
7. What are your realistic individual goals for this upcoming season?
8. What do you think the team can do, in terms of record?
9. How do you think Broncos’ fans will react to you wearing number 27?
10. What do you think you need to improve upon most, as a running back?

In honor of Knowshon Moreno leaving college football for the NFL, I have upgraded this fan site to show the team colors of his new team, the Denver Broncos. Over the next few days I’ll upgrade the biography, pictures, videos, etc. I hope we’ll still see Georgia fans stopping by to check out one of their former players, but from here on out this site will be focusing on Moreno’s career as a Bronco.

If there’s anything you’d like to see on this fan site, please comment and I’ll consider adding it.

With the 12th pick in the 2009 NFL Draft the Denver Broncos selected RB Knowshon Moreno. Traditionally Denver has been a dream team for running backs. I’m a little surprised Knowshon went this high, but that’s great for him. Denver needed a running back and Knowshon was the best at his position.

It will take some getting used to that mile-high air, but really there aren’t many better options for Moreno to go to. This is a great pick and I’m excited for his future in Denver. He could be the next Clinton Portis.

The Jacksonville Jaguars fan site Big Cat Country wrote up a great comparison of Knowshon Moreno vs. Beanie Wells. I highly doubt the Jaguars will draft a running back with the 8th pick… however they could trade down to grab a RB, especially after losing Fred Taylor to the Patriots.

Here’s their take on Knowshon Moreno:

Very agile. Not as fast or as quick as i remembered or heard. He has speed, dont get me wrong. His speed is just not noticeable, it simply works. Now if you take that to a higher level, how great is it? He is a very intelligent runner. He has great field vision. When he is running, he is simultaneously setting the defenders up to allow him to keep going. He is also searching for more yards. A slower Jeremy Maclin in the open field. I say that because they are both searchers and pace themselves to get more yards. Moreno can move around well within a pile. Once he gets out, he will get caught unless he outsmarts the defenders. He is normally able to do that. Moreno wont move the line though.

Knowshon Moreno, who could be the first running back taken in the draft, attracted much attention while posting times of 4.60 and 4.63 in the 40-yard dash. “This atmosphere is not really as stressful as the combine,” Moreno said. “It was good to get here and be with your teammates. It’s more relaxed, but it’s still a work day.” I still think a lot of scouts and coaches are going to be turned off by his slow 40-times. You have to go back to 2000 to find a back chosen in the first round who ran slower than Moreno.

He’s not letting it get to him though. “It’s whatever they want,” Moreno said. “You definitely get a lot out of the running back drills and things like that… But all my stuff is really on tape. They can see what I can do.”

I’m a bit worried. Will team’s ignore the stopwatch and take a chance on him in the first round? If he slides into round 2, I could definitely see the Jaguars taking him near the top since they just got rid of Fred Taylor. Moreno would be a nice compliment for Maurice Jones-Drew.

The University of Georgia Pro Day is coming up in two days. Knowshon Moreno will be there to participate in drills for the NFL Scouts. I’m hoping he can improve on his 40 time and show scouts that he should be the No. 1 ranked running back, and potential top 15 pick in the NFL Draft.

Moreno ran a 4.62 40 at the Combine. That’s pretty bad for a running back. He needs to get that number close the 4.49. I’m not sure if he can do it, but he should be able to shed some time just by running on his home field and without the media spectacle surrounding it.

I’ll be sure to bring you all the stats and news from Pro Day later this week.

On Tuesday, Knowshon Moreno stopped by ESPN for a chat about the upcoming NFL Draft, his experience at the NFL combine and his time with the Bulldogs. According to Moreno’s Scouts Inc.’s draft profile, he is a big character guy, saying that he “immediately took over as a team leader when he cracked the starting lineup as a freshman in 2007. Not a vocal leader but leads by example. Great practice player. Ultra competitive. His relentless style of play is infectious … Feet are seemingly always moving. Displays good ball security. Plays the game with a non-stop motor.”

Here’s a little excerpt from the chat. If you want to read the whole thing visit ESPN here.

Larry (Pasco, WA): What NFL RB is your playing style most like?

Knowshon Moreno: I like watching LT. I like the way that Adrian Peterson runs…probably a combination of both. Maybe a Walter Payton type–he was a great back. I just love the way those guys run the ball.

Jimmy (chicago): Do you feel your 40 time has affected your draft position?

Knowshon Moreno: I’m not really sure. I would have loved to run faster, but I believe I ran really well. Coaches have tape, so they’ll look at that. I’m running at my pro day, so I’m pretty happy with my performance.