The Raiders on Wednesday re-signed right offensive tackle Cornell Green and restructured the contract of running back Dominic Rhodes in their latest moves toward firming up the roster for next season.

Green, 31, started 10 games last season but missed the final six because of a right foot injury. He is expected to compete for a starting spot once again. His re-signing also increases the likelihood of newcomer Kwame Harris moving to left offensive tackle to replace Barry Sims, who was released last week.

Rhodes, 29, agreed to a restructured contract in a move that prevented him from being released. He was due a base salary of $3 million for 2008, as well as a $2 million roster bonus Tuesday.

The Raiders now have running backs Rhodes, Justin Fargas and Michael Bush locked up for next season. A decision regarding running back LaMont Jordan is forthcoming, given he is slated to earn $4.7 million next season.

Contact Steve Corkran at scorkran@bayareanewsgroup.com.


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