Jarryd Hayne would like to continue pursuing a career in the NFL.

Hayne was one of the best players in the National Rugby League and tried to make the transition to American football with the San Francisco 49ers.

"I like being out wide like a wide receiver. Running back's also very enjoyable as well," he said, via ESPN.com. "I think for me, it's just about being versatile and playing anywhere they put me."

Hayne doesn't want to quit the NFL without scoring a touchdown.

"I got close twice this year. I was devastated," he said.

Hayne added: "It was actually a route that I ran that if I had run it a bit different, I would've scored against Detroit. I come close, and then obviously that one against the Giants as well.

"Definitely next year, it has to be done. It has to be done."

Hayne ran the ball 17 times for 52 yards last season, with a long of 11. He also returned eight punts for 76 yards.