Lions coach Jarrett Giampaolo said Grigg would play when the club and Richmond premiership player were sure he was physically ready to go in the Ballarat Football League.

Redan has time on its side to have the former junior Lion right for finals.

Sitting third and well entrenched in the top six, Redan has seven home and away matches remaining.

Grigg needs to play in just three to qualify for finals.

Giampaolo said Grigg's program would be decided over the next few weeks.

He said he had no doubt Grigg was keen to play, but the Lions wanted to be sure he was ready to play through before putting him back on the field..