Indianapolis Colts' Pep Hamilton: Trent Richardson trade "was shocking"

Indianapolis Colts offensive coordinator Pep Hamilton has admitted that he was shocked when he heard his side had traded for running back Trent Richardson.

The Colts sent their 2014 first-round pick to the Cleveland Browns to secure a move for the former Alabama man earlier this week.

Hamilton told reporters: "It was shocking that we would have a chance to acquire such a commodity. I think it's just awesome.

"It's an awesome deal for the Colts and the Colts fans to have an opportunity to have such a special young player on the roster now."

Indianapolis face the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday.