NEW YORK — The Jets have hired former Indianapolis Colts offensive coordinator Tom Moore as a consultant, according to a person familiar with the situation.

Moore, credited for helping Colts quarterback Peyton Manning develop into a four-time NFL MVP, will work during the season from his home in South Carolina, according to the person who spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the team hadn't announced the hiring.

The New York Post first reported the hiring on its website Thursday.

The 72-year-old Moore was brought in by coach Rex Ryan to speak to his staff a few months ago and offered the job after a second meeting sometime last month.

"I just have so much respect for Rex and his staff and the organization," Moore told the Post. "When he made the offer, I couldn't refuse it."

He retired after the 2009 season, but returned to the Colts as a senior offensive assistant last season.