Jerome Bettis

Selected 10th overall in the 1993 NFL Draft by the Los Angeles Rams, Jerome Bettis immediately made an impact, earning the nickname ‘The Battering Ram.’ During his rookie season, he rushed for an impressive 1,429 yards, a performance that led to him being named NFL Offensive Rookie of the Year and receiving First-team All-Pro honors in 1993. He also secured Pro Bowl selections in both 1993 and 1994 with the Rams, consistently achieving over 1,000 rushing yards in his first two seasons. Prior to his professional career, Bettis excelled at the collegiate level for the University of Notre Dame, accumulating 1,912 rushing yards and 32 receptions for 429 yards. In 1991, his sophomore year, he established a Notre Dame record with 20 touchdowns in a single season, concluding his college career after the 1993 Cotton Bowl to enter the NFL Draft.

His enduring legacy as ‘the Bus’ transcends the football field, as he remains a respected figure in sports, business, and philanthropy, consistently championing causes close to his heart.