Comments on: Cowher knows Bettis is a Hall of Famer

By: John M.

John M. — Wed, 30 Jan 2013 22:56:45 +0000

I hope he makes it in. I’ve been a Steelers fan since I was 8 years old. Jerome was my hero growing up. Cowher is spot on. He was a true leader who set the tone for the offense. he could run by you, and over you He did have amazing durability, And I personally loved watching him punish the hell out of linebackers. Best yet, He proved he could play for the team. He helped groom and support the younger players, instead of complain and demand a trade. when they used him as a goal line specialist, he ran equal to that of the starter. No doubt, he is a Hall of Famer. And I wouldn’t have been a Steelers fan without Jerome. His numbers made him a superstar, but his attitude makes him a hero. Here we go Bus….Here we go!!

By: Terry

Terry — Wed, 30 Jan 2013 20:19:50 +0000

For 3 1/2 years I worked at the Pittsburgh Airport for one of the major airlines there. I had the pleasure of interacting with Jerome on a regular basis as he flew with us often. He was one of the nicest guys, and true professionals, I have ever met. In all those times I never witnessed him refuse to sign an autograph or pose for a picture with a fan. He was every bit a Hall of Famer with the fans as he was on the football field. He was always friendly and always had a smile to share. One of the all time great running backs and a true class act on and off the field. “The Bus” definitely deserves to be parked in the HOF for ALL the right reasons.

By: Scott

Scott — Wed, 30 Jan 2013 17:53:44 +0000

I have never had any interest in going to the H.O.F. induction ceremony. You can bet your bottom dollar I will be there when the Bus gets his just reward. He is one of the all time greats who embodied Steelers football.

By: NICK

NICK — Wed, 30 Jan 2013 05:16:59 +0000

I have been a Steeler fan for 35 years and have traveled to Pittsburgh for a game each year since 1990 and met many steeler players and let me tell you as a true steeler fan the player that will always stand out in my mind not only because of his playing abilitys but his off the field humble and genuine manner as a man , Jerome Bettis is a class act , he not only played with heart and passion for the game BUT also for us the fans ,I remember waiting in the lobby of the Hilton hotel where the steelers always stayed and there were tons of fans going crazy for autographs and here comes Jerome walking in with a big smile on his face and you can just tell it ment the world to him to see the fans run over to him as he was overwhelmed by people BUT his smile got bigger as he stood there and greated everyone with class and I remember saying to my buddy wow I just want to say hello and shake his hand but the poor guy had so many people around him that I just backed off and stood in the backround but let me tell you when he finally was done and started walking away I swear he knew I was hanging back he stopped and walked over to me and said “how are you man” and shook my hand with a big smile and I said to him I didnt want to bother you but you are 1 of my all time favorite steelers thank you so much and he replied ,( “are you kidding me this makes me play harder , I play for you guys “) Man let me tell you he ment it and after he said that I said to my buddy thats why I am a steeler fan.I hope next week he is voted in because he deserves it due to his stats and all round playing but also for me as a fan he is the true meaning of a Football Player and one of the reasons I will bring my 3 boys up to be STEELER fans . Mr Art Rooney loved the game of football, the city of Pittsburgh and players like Jerome Bettis for his work ethics , values and respect for others on and off the field , the NFL players today should learn from guys like him . THATS A HALL OF FAMER – GOOD LUCK JEROME AND GOD BLESS – PS- Bill Cowher said it all

By: Jake

Jake — Wed, 30 Jan 2013 02:30:25 +0000

Bettis is a class act would love to see him in the hall of fame! Go Steelers!!!

By: Ted

Ted — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 23:10:10 +0000

We have never been able to replace him – Hall of Famer easily. When it was on the line he would get that first down or touchdown everytime. and when we needed to run out the clock, he could take 6 minutes off it, game over! Good luck Jerome, you deserve it!

By: joe

joe — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 22:50:07 +0000

Jerome is the real deal.

By: Ray

Ray — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 22:14:40 +0000

Hey, Jerome is the man.. Long overdue for selection into the HOF for such a great running back as him. Both on & off the field, his actions spoke louder than words, what class. Now after this coming weekend, our Steelers will have 2 running backs in the HOF. Soon they are going to have to put in a seperate wing just for the Steelers. Go Steelers….

By: Chris

Chris — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 17:38:05 +0000

My wife and I went to see a game in Cincinnati and we just so happened to stay in the same hotel as the Steelers. We went down to the restaurant and Jerome and a bunch of the guys came in. We asked “the bus” if we could get a picture of him and he was very gracious taking a bunch of pictures and offering to take our picture of us and some of the other guys. Class Act, great player, needs to be in the hall. When he does I will be there.

By: Coach A

Coach A — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 11:50:50 +0000

“Very Much a Hall of Famer”, on and off the field!
I had the pleasure of being around Jerome, his wonderful parents, and his brother on several occassions, throughout his career with the Steelers. What a class-act. Jerome, his parents and brother were always so friendly to my young son’s, and my wife and I, no matter if we happened to be in Pittsburgh or at a opposing city of an NFL team. Might I add that. . . “Jerome’s personality, his work-ethic, his leadership and his proven performance is a model for any future NFL running back.” My hope is that Mr. & Mrs. Bettis will be smiling from ear to ear with the over-due announcement this week of “JEROME BETTIS”- “HALL OF FAME INDUCTEE 2013″ – God Bless, Coach A