REGINA — Saskatchewan Roughriders running back Trent Richardson could be slated to make his return this weekend for the Eastern Semi-Final.

Richardson took part in practice on Wednesday in full gear after missing Week 20 with a lower body injury. Earlier reports from 3DownNation said that Richardson was spotted in a walking boot but it seemed to only be precautionary.

The 27-year-old has become a staple in the Riders offence since joining the team in early October. In the four games he has started, he’s rushed 48 times for 259 yards and two touchdowns – both majors and 127 rushing yards coming in Week 19’s contest against the Montreal Alouettes.

Cameron Marshall, Shakir Bell, Kienan LaFrance, Greg Morris and Marcus Thigpen were all practising on Wednesday as well.

Who will start this week for the Riders in the backfield is still up in the air as they have options. Last week, Thigpen filled in for Richardson and scored two majors – one through the air and one on the ground. LaFrance has found his footing in Saskatchewan’s offence, tallying 111 carries for 453 yards and two touchdowns while also adding 14 catches for 123 yards and a touchdown.

Saskatchewan is looking to defeat the Ottawa REDBLACKS this weekend in the Eastern Semi-Final at TD Place.