Knowshon Moreno agrees to terms with Broncos - Gets on Board

The Broncos have agreed to terms with their top pick in the 2009 NFL Draft, running back Knowshon Moreno.

Moreno, the 12th overall selection in April's draft, sports a collegiate track record that includes 2,734 rushing yards and 30 rushing touchdowns in two seasons at the University of Georgia. He also made his mark on the Southeastern Conference record book, averaging 105.15 rushing yards per game -- good for seventh in league history.

"I'm a high-motor guy -- tough, hard-nosed, a hard runner, can make you miss at times, and just competitive," Moreno said. "I love to play the game and I bring that energy to my team."

Moreno brings that energy out of the backfield as well, pulling down 53 passes for 645 yards and two scores with the Bulldogs. And in the eyes of Head Coach Josh McDaniels, Moreno has a final intangible that's crucial for success at the pro level.

"One of the things that nobody will talk too much about is his pass protection," McDaniels said. "For a college back, that is something that doesn't get a lot of recognition. This guy stands in there and he can put his face right in their numbers and he'll keep them off the QB. So certainly on third down as the player grows in our system and he becomes more comfortable with what we are doing, I think he could definitely give us that versatility."