Cornerback Tony Carter signed his exclusive-rights free agent tender with the Broncos on Monday.

Carter played in 15 games for the Broncos last season and tied for the team lead with 12 passes defensed. He scored two defensive touchdowns on a fumble return and an interception return.

Carter originally signed with the Broncos as a college free agent in 2009. He re-signed with the Broncos in 2011 and played in three regular-season games and two playoff games,