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Riders welcome back Rob Bagg

Aug 15, 2018 | 12:15 PM

Rob Bagg will once again suit up for the green and white.

Days after releasing Duron Carter, the Saskatchewan Roughriders announced they are bringing back the 33-year-old veteran wider receiver.

Bagg, who was released by the team before the start of the 2018 season, has played his entire career with the Riders. He won a Grey Cup with the team in 2013.

During his 11-year career, Bagg has 364 catches for 4,705 yards and 24 touchdowns.

Earlier in the year, Head Coach Chris Jones said it was a tough decision to release the veteran receiver, saying he was out-performed by some of the younger guys on the team.

Trent Richardson released

Along with announcing Bagg is returning to the team, the Riders announced a few other roster cuts, including running back Trent Richardson.

Richardson joined the team last season. He rushed for 259 yards and two touchdowns during his four games with the team. He had not suited up for the Riders in 2018.

Quarterback Devin Gardner, defensive back Shawun Lurry, and defensive lineman Tresor Mafuta were also released.

Defensive back Will Blackmon was added to the practice roster.