The Indianapolis Colts have made a "strong push" to hire Peyton Manning as head of football.

Jim Irsay also pursued Jon Gruden to be the Colts' head coach, but that possibility has been ruled out. Irsay still hopes to land Manning.

Manning played 13 seasons with the Colts and has reportedly had interest in a front office role in retirement.

The Colts are currently run by Ryan Grigson.