Sun 7/31/11 7:28 PM

Broncos re-signed DT Marcus Thomas to a one-year contract. A statement from Thomas' agent suggests the Broncos see him as a starter and have paid him accordingly. Thomas graded out well as a run defender in Pro Football Focus' 2010 ratings, and John Fox's scheme is considered a better fit for his talents. He's the favorite to start next to Kevin Vickerson inside.