Jerome Bettis

Jerome Bettis, affectionately known as "The Bus," is a Hall of Fame running back celebrated for his powerful running style and remarkable consistency. Standing at 5'11" and weighing 255 pounds, Bettis combined size with agility, making him a formidable presence on the field.

Drafted 10th overall by the Los Angeles Rams in 1993, he earned NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year honors after rushing for 1,429 yards. In 1996, Bettis was traded to the Pittsburgh Steelers, where he became a franchise icon over ten seasons.

He retired after the 2005 season, culminating his career with a Super Bowl XL victory in his hometown of Detroit. At retirement, Bettis ranked fifth all-time in rushing yards with 13,662, alongside 91 rushing touchdowns. His accolades include six Pro Bowl selections, three All-Pro honors, and the 2001 Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year award.

In 2015, Bettis was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame, solidifying his legacy as one of the NFL's all-time greats.

Bettis's Awards and Records

• Super Bowl champion (XL)
• Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year (2001)
• 2× First-team All-Pro (1993, 1996)
• Second-team All-Pro (1997)
• 6× Pro Bowl (1993, 1994, 1996, 1997, 2001, 2004)
• PFWA All-Rookie Team (1993)
• Pittsburgh Steelers All-Time Team
• Pittsburgh Steelers Hall of Honor
• Pittsburgh Pro Football Hall of Fame

NFL Records

• NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year (1993)
• NFL Comeback Player of the Year (1996)

NFL Teams

Los Angeles / St. Louis Rams (1993–1995)
Pittsburgh Steelers (1996–2005)