On the mend

BEREA -- The Browns announced Thursday that running back Trent Richardson underwent successful arthroscopic surgery on his left knee.

The procedure was performed in Pensacola, Fla., by Dr. James Andrews, who also did arthroscopic surgery on Richardson last February to repair a torn meniscus. Thursday's surgery was to remove a small particle that had been causing soreness.

“Trent Richardson underwent a successful routine arthroscopic procedure today on his left knee,' coach Pat Shurmur said in a statement. "It was performed by Dr. James Andrews in Pensacola, Fla. “We anticipate that Trent will make a speedy recovery, and we are hopeful that he will be ready for our week one game against Philadelphia.”