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BEREA, Ohio - Trent Richardson has that unassuming way. Gus Johnson Jersey . With his bright smile, cheerful attitude and a soft Southern accent, the Browns running back makes anything sound diplomatic. Richardson did everything he could Thursday not to criticize Clevelands coaches for not giving him the ball more last week in a loss to Miami. But Richardsons message was loud clear: He wants more touches. Richardson carried the ball 13 times for 47 yards in the season-opening, 23-10 loss to Miami. But he only gained 14 on five rushes in the second half, and did not carry the ball once in the fourth quarter as the Browns tried to rally through the air. "I just dont think they stopped the running game," he said, referring to the Dolphins. "I think we stopped it ourselves as far as we were behind and stuff like that. Weve just got to keep fighting and know that no matter what, weve got to stick to our game plan. I guess Coach had another game plan and it went that way." Richardsons remarks were similar to what he said many times last season, when he rushed for 950 yards while playing much of it with broken ribs. Richardson wants a heavier workload and feels he can carry the offence. Trouble is, the former first-round pick has either been injured or the Browns have been so far behind in games that theyve had to pass. But the numbers support Richardsons premise that Browns are at their best when hes getting the ball. Last season, he averaged 95.8 yards in the five games he had 20 rushing attempts, and the Browns went 3-2. When he didnt get 20 carries, he averaged 45.1 yards and Cleveland was 2-8. Richardson said he has spoken to coach Rob Chudzinski and offensive co-ordinator Norv Turner about getting more touches. Richardson received the ball on four of Clevelands first six plays last week and gained 26 yards. But the opening drive ended with quarterback Brandon Weeden getting intercepted. After that, Richardsons opportunities were limited. "I just thought that we were gonna run the ball," he said, "and I thought it could be a real good day. I just knew that we could run the ball on any team. I feel like its going to be a fight down to the finish and we were going to win." Maybe if things had gone according to script, Turner would have given Richardson the ball more. But the score and situation dictated something different. "We came out and we executed four or five plays awfully well," Turner said. "Then they hit us with a couple run blitzes. They came at us when we started getting a little bit of run and then we didnt execute as well." Richardsons number is certain to be called this week as the Browns (0-1) visit the Baltimore Ravens, who have had plenty of time to lick their wounds after being embarrassed against Denver. The Ravens defence no longer features Ray Lewis, or Ed Reed, but is still formidable. "Its Baltimore," Richardson said. "What game is there where you dont get more pumped up? Youre playing the champions from last year and that defence. Its more talent than I have ever seen." Richardson, who rushed for 105 yards on 25 attempts in his second game against Baltimore last season, is itching to duplicate that game. He cant though, if he doesnt get the ball. "Its something that you practice for," he said. "All my life, Ive been that guy. So when it comes down to it, at the end of the day, I control what I can control. But if its going to help the team out that I get less carries, if its going to help the team out that I get more carries, Im all for it. __ NOTES: Safety T.J. Ward returned to practice after sitting out Wednesday with a sore shoulder. ... DE Ahtyba Rubin (calf) and G Shawn Lauvao (ankle) remain sidelined and are unlikely to play this week. ... Defensive co-ordinator Ray Horton hopes to "ease" rookie LB Barkevious Mingo into his NFL debut this week. Mingo missed the opener after bruising his lung last month in an exhibition game. 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Boston Bruins F Patrice Bergeron was back at practice today after his maintenance day yesterday. F David Pastrnak was recalled from the AHLs Providence Bruins. He was at practice today and will travel with the team to Pittsburgh. - Team Website Buffalo Sabres Defenceman Tyler Myers practiced with the team on Monday and will be back in the lineup tonight. - Team Website Chicago Blackhawks Despite missing todays morning skate, captain Jonathan Toews is fine and will play tonight. - Team Website Columbus Blue Jackets F Mark Letestu and F Cam Atkinson will return to the lineup tonight. - Jeff Rimer, Fox Sports Ohio Dallas Stars F Shawn Horcoff (illness) was on the ice at practice today but will not play tonight. - Mark Stepneski/Dallas Stars Minnesota Wild Darcy Kuemper will start in net tonight while D Nate Prosser is out (sick); Justin Falk was recalled. - Team Website Montreal Canadiens F Brandon Prust (therapy day) was the only player not taking part in todays morning skate. F PA Parenteau is still out with an upper-body injury. D Bryan Allen cleared waivers and was assigend to Hamilton (AHL). - Team Website New York Islanders D Lubomir Visnovsky has been placed on IR (upper-body, retro to Jan. 4). F Michael Grabner has been activated off IR. - Team Webbsite New York Rangers Forward Anthony Duclair was assigned to the Quebec Remparts of the QMJHL today. Paul George Jersey. - Team Website Ottawa Senators There are ongoing discussions between Todd Bertuzzis agent Pat Morris and the Senators over an AHL tryout. - TSN Hockey Insider Darren Dreger Philadelphia Flyers F Ryan White cleared waivers and was loaned to Lehigh Valley (AHL) - Team Website Pittsburgh Penguins D Paul Martin and F Marcel Goc (illness) were at practice today. F Blake Comeau, F Pascal Dupuis, F Patric Hornqvist, D Olli Maatta and F Scott Wilson were absent. - Team Website Tampa Bay Lightning D Radko Gudas underwent arthroscopic knee surgery this morning and will miss approximately four months. - Bryan Burns/Tampa Bay Lightning Toronto Maple Leafs Head coach Randy Carlyle was fired today and assistants Peter Horachek and Steve Spott will be behind the bench on Wednesday. - Team Website F Nazem Kadri was back at practice today and skating on a regular line. Was supposed to miss 7-10 days. - Jonas Siegel/TSN Radio 1050 Winnipeg Jets D Mark Stuart and D Tobias Enstrom wore non-contact jerseys during practice today. F Andrew Ladd, F Bryan Little, F Blake Wheeler and D Dustin Byfuglien (maintenance) did not participate. - Team Website Waivers Carter Ashton (TOR) placed on waivers Adam Cracknell (CLB), Ryan White (PHI) and Bryan Allen (MTL) clear waivers ' ' ' |
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