The Cleveland Browns have a 'very strong and sincere' interest in hiring Peyton Manning in some capacity according to CBS Sports' Jason La Canfora.

"Browns owner Jimmy Haslam's interest in having Peyton Manning join his franchise in a prominent team president/top executive role is very strong and sincere, league sources said."

La Canfora believes Manning's competitive nature will drive him back to the game sooner rather than later. He has been in no rush to decide his next career decision to this point. The former NFL quarterback is likely seeking some ownership stake in any venture he takes on. The Tennessee Titans and New Orleans Saints are believed to be his preferred destinations. It is unknown if an opportunity would be available with either of those organizations.

Manning played at the University of Tennessee so he has strong connections to the state. His family is from the state of Louisiana.

Haslam is reportedly willing to offer a potential share in the franchise. His relationship with Manning dates back to the quarterback's high school recruitment. He is a high-standing booster for the Volunteers. The relationship between the two could lead Cleveland to having a fighter's chance.

La Canfora believes it is a certainty that the Browns make key personnel decisions this off-season that would include head coach Hue Jackson and Executive Vice President of Football Operations Sashi Brown.

The 41-year old played 14 seasons with the Indianapolis Colts before finishing his career with the Denver Broncos. He was a 14-time Pro Bowl selection as well as a two-time Super Bowl champion. For his career, he completed 6,125-of-9,380 passes for 71,940 yards, 539 touchdowns and 251 interceptions. Manning was the No. 1 overall selection in the 1998 NFL Draft.