Darian Durant is nearing a return but isn't ready yet.

Head coach Corey Chamblin announced at practice Tuesday that veteran Kerry Joseph would get the start for the Saskatchewan Roughriders in their regular season finale against the Edmonton Eskimos.

Durant returned to practice Monday for the first time since injuring his elbow nearly two months ago. He took part in individual drills but did not participate in any team drills.

The Roughriders have clinched a playoff spot but it's still to be determined if they will play in the West Division Semi-Final against the Edmonton Eskimos or cross over and play in the East Division Semi-Final.