Knowshon Moreno

American football running back, Super Bowl champion

Knowshon Moreno - American football running back, Super Bowl champion
Born

July 16th, 1987
37 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

United States

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A professional American football player, this individual played as a running back primarily for the Denver Broncos in the National Football League (NFL). He was drafted in the first round of the 2009 NFL Draft. In college, played for the University of Georgia, where he gained recognition for his performance. Won Super Bowl 50 with the Denver Broncos in 2016, contributing significantly to the team's offensive play throughout his career.

Won Super Bowl 50 with the Denver Broncos

Selected in the first round of the 2009 NFL Draft

Played for the University of Georgia

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