The Cincinnati Bengals announced a one-year deal with tight end Cethan Carter on Friday.
Carter was one of four restricted free agents the Bengals issued tenders to back before the deadline in March.
Undrafted out of Nebraska in 2017, Carter has carved out a role for himself on special teams at what is otherwise a loaded position for the Bengals. He’s played 60-plus percent of the snaps on special teams in two of his three seasons, the 2018 campaign marred by injury.
This move won’t stop the Bengals from adding a tight end in the draft if the value is right, but Carter is in a battle with Mason Schreck behind C.J. Uzomah and 2019 second-round pick Drew Sample.
Guard Alex Redmond, safety Brandon Wilson and defensive lineman Josh Tupou were the other restricted free agents issued tenders.
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