Saskatchewan Roughrider linebacker Jerrell Freeman was named the CFL's Defensive Player of the Month for September.

Freemen recorded 19 defensive tackles, two interceptions, two forced fumbles, and one quarterback sack.

Freeman was named a defensive player of the week earlier this season.

The Riders return to practice today as they get ready for Thanksgiving Monday's battle in Monday.

Fans are anxiously awaiting an update on the status on quarterback Darian Durant, who suffered a foot injury in last weekend's loss in Calgary.