Big Ben and Jerome Bettis share SBXL stories, talk Notre Dame, infamous Indy fumble and more! EP. 36

[@bobbyprd]

I was with the 101st and I was heading back to Iraq in 2003. We were waiting for our flight in Atlanta's airport. When I looked up there was Jerome, and I went up to him and asked for his autograph. He was such a great guy that made my day. Thank you Jerome for taking your time, being so easy to talk to, and giving me your autograph!

[@samarjones3476]

Great story & thank you for your service sir 🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@MasonK124]

I love Footbahlin with Ben Roethlisberger🔥🔥🔥

[@JoanFrench-kv8xh]

Me too ❤

[@denise11864]

Oh how I miss them both. 🥺 I knew this was going to be legendary. We needed at least another hour. Thanks for the memories guys. ❤.

[@meat094]

Jerome Bettis isn't just an amazingly talented athlete, he's a great human being. Great episode!!!

[@theSTEE7ERS58]

🖤✨️Absolutely agree ✨️💛

[@dottierosier7057]

The Bus did not disappoint! He was great and showed up right on time….episode #36!!! Awesome chemistry and banter between Big Ben and Jerome. Thank you, Ben, for giving us the gift of your Footbahlin podcast. I look forward to it every week. I hope you will do more seasons. God bless you!

[@Ghost-304]

This podcast video is up there with Coach Cower as the best one yet, Hearing Jerome talk football and the famous fumble , and OT coin toss was awesome looking forward to many more Great videos and guests

[@STEELCITYBERMA]

Can’t believe I missed this episode…..Awesome! You need to have Cowher and The Bus on together that would be legendary!

[@laythg]

My wife and I ran into Jerome at a music store in a mall in Jacksonville in 1996. The Steelers were there before the Monday Night game just hanging out. Ben's statement that Jerome is a true professional is spot on. He was so nice to a couple starry-eyed fans that day. It made our trip.

[@steelfishin316]

BEN! This is so cool. You can tell you and the BUS are truly friends! The banter back and forth reminds me of my immediate and my friends, and we’ve been life long friends. You and Spence are doing great things. Thank you guys! My company would like to sponsor you😉

[@passitto86]

I waited patiently for this episode. The Bus didn't disappoint. Jerome is forever a steeler. I still can't believe the Rams let this man leave. Whatever happened in LA, I'm glad it did.

[@chadlayton2503]

2 of my favorite Steelers ever!!!!!! Wish we had these two playing again!!! Living legends. Met the bus at the 2005 camp at Latrobe n said get me a Super Bowl your my fav player n he laughed & said I’ll try to and he talked to me and my dad for a few mins then went on to doing autographs. Bens the man too!!! Miss seeing them both out there on sundays man. Those years was the best never be the same!!

[@Ghost-304]

Jerome “The Bus “ Bettis story on HOF was awesome, his rookie QB Big Ben telling him he will get to superbowl next head if he comes back was great story I’ll never forget that year as Steelers fan the run to the superbowl and winning the Super Bowl was amazing year and one of the best teams in football especially the Defense

[@jbjacobs9514]

Actually my fave is the clip they have on NFL films where Bus is telling rookie (Baby Ben 2004!) Ben "it's no big deal - it's just football" and Ben repeated it. They are so gold together!

[@wisewayne45]

These 2 Pros are the GUYS that Stamped Me As a Solid Steelers Fan ✨️✨️✨️... Early 2000s

[@ledbus36]

been waiting for this show since episode#1. Big Ben and the BUS, two of the Best to ever lace'em up. #SIXBURGH

[@bobschmidt3610]

I LOVE Footbahlin in general, but today's episode was Iconic! Two of THE Best players ever on the same show! Fantastic show Ben...

[@Fradiav2606]

Being able to see that SB win as a little kid (around 8 years old) was one of the best things that could ever happen to me. Seeing Jerome and Ben's story moved me a lot. I played football for 8 years after this, all thanks to 'The Bus'. I will thankful for living this side by side with my father, and I will always be a Steeler fan.

[@wyattmartz3118]

Now you guys know what guest episode number 43 needs to be…👀🐐

[@Justb99xbox]

Who? I'm kidddddddinnnggg

[@damontussing4333]

​@Justin-to3bk #43 for steelers? Only players I can think of that wore 43 for them was George Jones and Frank Lewis. That must be who he's talking about.

[@Justb99xbox]

@@damontussing4333 that's what I was thinking

[@zacharynewsom8153]

We need polamalu and santonio

[@Deewrizz]

These two men dono how much joy they brought me. An how many memories and how many times my brother would be Bettis and id Ben or Heinz. Just so thankful to get to say they was my era steelers

[@vega0432]

Awesome! Thanks for having The Bus on the show! We need to have Troy next! Love this show!

[@BjorkusStronk]

Another banger. I have no clue why you guys only have 72k this is peak content as a Steelers fan

[@AndreaMckoy-r8j]

10 out of ten times knowing what I know I would still give the BUS the ball every single time. Love and miss you man great memories

[@princepillz7127]

Man this was definitely one of the best ones yet!!!! Just when I thought some couldn’t be topped y’all did it again!!!! Jerome Bettis was literally childhood idol & favorite football player!!! He made me feel like I could do it too. I was the thicker RB in my peewee days because I knew if Jerome could do it so could it & I modeled myself after him & was a mauler!!! Man I appreciated this interview being able to see my favorite Running back of all time w my favorite QB just being themselves was like a dream come true. Felt like I was sitting on the couch just watching. So happy for this one man!! Jerome is hilarious & just as funny, humble & down to earth as I imagine. What a guy man. Thank you all for this classic. GO STEELERS!!!!!!!!

[@tommiele3974]

It was an honor and a pleasure meeting both of you on different occasions. meeting Jerome at the ESPYS and met Ben his rookie year leaving the David Letterman show

[@resisttheempire3487]

man frickin' iconic and had me being a fangirl haha. always find myself watching those early 2000 Steeler highlights being a Steeler fan and just the hype and the storylines and the behind the scenes stories it's just immaculate lol

[@Ralphie_Roams]

What a great human! Storyteller! And individual. Jerome oozes charisma! I loved listening to him talk. And the jolliness and excitement with which he talks! What a joy just to listen. Ah, love you Bus. Thanks for taking us all on a wonderful ride for all these years. You the man, #36.

[@xxvavyguy4457]

This episode and the one with Coach Cowher are my personal favorites. "Bussie" is a gem of a human, funny yet serious with the things he has done and is doing in his life during and after football. This life-long "Stillers" fan was so happy when you guys got him on the show. 👏👏👏

[@asapbp1269]

i never got to watch during the Bus era, but always knew he was a great player, now i know he’s an even better human being. thanks to all 3 of you guys for putting this together one of the best episodes so far!! we jus need troy so we can break the internet !!!

[@cindym.823]

Love , love, love me some JB!!! Great show!!!💛🖤❤‍🔥❤

[@steelersjess]

This episode was SO good. Jerome is so entertaining!

[@lshaffer1980]

Jerome is my favorite player of all time. This episode has been my favorite and you all have some really great episodes.

[@KyleRawlingsGimboozel]

I got in a bad wreck and had spine surgery can't do much of anything for a while, but always looking out for the podcast and always love watching.

[@ROBSwank-pm1vd]

I had a similiar Bad injury 😞 long ago . YOU Hang in n stay Focused on what your goals are n Try to stay positive as hard as that can be some days .. My prayers n hopes are that you heal well n swiftly !! God Bless .. Goooo Steelers 😎

[@alecpalanza7468]

Get well soon!!!

[@Beermalls]

Sweet the Bus 🚌! Perfect release time! Watching podcast preparing for tonight’s game! Cheers 🍻 fellas! Let’s Go!

[@jefffowlerr]

It's here we go

[@scruffydelilah1186]

I love seeing Jerome like this. It immediately took me back to his early years with us.

[@nathanvelasquez706]

So meany great Episodes but this one takes the cake! Well the 🍪 cookie forsure! #36 is amazing! The wheels on the bus go, round & round!

[@vonbismarck9194]

Now we need Ward!! Great podcast

[@mpuchar5003]

That’s not gonna happen lol

[@chadydesign]

@@mpuchar5003do they not like each other or something? Why not Ward?

[@michaelrose3074]

I usually don’t comment but this episode was surreal. Grew up watching these two. Amazing episode gentlemen, best one yet!

[@drivingrain8536]

The best episode,hands down ! Watching the interaction of two friends getting back together is awesome. Thanks for this one, especially , but great job throughout. 🍻🍻

[@robertsamples3310]

Absolutely, best episode so far. As a diehard Steelers fan, y'all made me feel like I was a part of that relationship. Love it! I know he's crazy busy, but let's get RC on

[@cbullock602]

Richard Cranium?

[@anitadoddroe5245]

OMG, I am loving this episode!! Hearing Jerome's background stories makes me appreciate his time with the Steelers even more!

[@jbjacobs9514]

I was a huge Jerome fan at ND, even though I hated ND (haha). I will never forget his game against Florida. When he came to Pittsburgh, it was a blessing! My fave all-time player is Thurman Thomas (with Ben right there too as 1A, though I don't know if I can put Ben below anyone!!!), but I always had Bus up there in that pantheon. I just love too that he was duking it out for LB supremacy with the great Pepper Johnson! I LOVE Pepper!

[@jasonwomer6282]

Great show. Thanks guys. Y’all HoFers in my book 🤣

[@marl745]

Absolutely loved loved loved this episode. Jerome was one of the main reasons i became a Steelers fan as a kid. He's my all time favorite Steeler. That story about him possibly becoming a TN Titan is crazy. Amazing how things play out!

[@joegreig7470]

This is one of your best episodes. Hilarious.

[@wvronf24_7]

True Steelers..2 legends 4eternity. I'm not a Cryer but that moment talking about Ben giving the gameball to the bus I found myself in tears..greatness...Big7Ben...the Bus36..hof

[@Fall_Legends]

Legendary show with a couple of Steelers Legends. I could watch you guys all day tell your stories and hang out. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@Rattlesnake12]

Jerome is truly a legend and a once in a generation type of player and even better human being. Love Jerome and thank you for so many great memories.

[@maxsilverman29]

We need more cookbooks please!

[@elliotfitzsimmons5215]

Only right for the Bus to come in for ep. #36 and to go out in Detroit as a Super Bowl champion! Promise made promise kept#7 🔒🏆

[@shanedeiley6671]

So much laughter on this episode, what a joy to watch

[@nickwatts7640]

Love Jerome's energy, great show 👏 👍

[@marybethsabol1350]

Really glad you both went back and completed your degree. It is important and provides a look at the world with new eyes.

[@dadocta06]

What a great Episode, I was laughing so hard lol. Great stories too, thanks for these podcasts, great stuff!

[@albercl09]

I adore The Bus so much. He’s always been my favorite player. Watching his Super Bowl season and being able to attend his final home game and scream with the crowd “one more year!” was so special to me as a 15 year old. I also met him recently as an adult and he was so cool, chill, and so kind. I will always love him.

[@nickshearer3091]

Man I loved watching The Bus run dudes over. Also why isn't this podcast more popular? Great job guys.

[@nelsoncolwell1704]

Watching this episode showed me just how funny Jerome Bettis really is best episode so far

[@tomstabilefitness4875]

You guys are great! Jerome is one of my all time favorite Steelers and an amazing human being!!! Love that guy!!

[@rosieposie9043]

I've watched almost all of these and this is the best episode IMHO. Jerome is hysterical

[@CJBW]

Just found this podcast and I 💛 it!!! So fun to see these two legends chatting like the friends they are…also nostalgic I miss all the players who were on the teams with them. Love my Steelers 🔶♦️🔷 ( OK you got me in the end. Got the tears now😢)

[@tiffanniejh]

Thank you for these opportunities to hear real conversation among all the steeler greats! Hilarious episode, already can't wait for The Bus to come back.

[@LWOP710]

Man, this podcast made my day. I always watch and enjoy the content. Keep this going, Footbahlin Crew. 7 years +.

[@Smartjoker77]

Love this episode! Definitely need Troy next! Would love to see Ray Lewis too and get you guys going!

[@djj3357]

You gentlemen, including Spence & Chef, have a truly great spirit! Thank you for sharing your experiences with us! You're allowing Steelers Nation a look behind 'The Steel Curtain!!' 🖤💛🏆🏆

[@ZblockWoW]

Thank you for doing this podcast!!

[@MelissaCarpenter-ob5pb]

best show ever. tears are flowing. so fun.. i love merill but this was great!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@charliebisking2513]

These shows are always the best and each one is better than the last. I couldn't believe I missed out on the cookbook, but I been checking few times a day to see if they are available yet. So when I checked this morning I seen they are available. Can't wait for my delivery. Love you ben

[@lucmcdowell1167]

I live in South Bend, this guy is a legend. Great episode!

[@rivstg13]

Awesome back and forth stories and insights!!!!

[@kitshumaker360]

Best episode!!! Laughed so hard! Thank you!!!

[@HawaiianPop]

Love this show soo much I'm soo glad that Ben and Spence do it more regularly. My favorite steelers by far love the bus

[@elizabethstricker8341]

1:37:05 excellent episode!!! Thanks guys! You are all special, and I love your gratitude for each other!

[@lindawhaleyjohnson5492]

Super fun episode to listen to and watch. ❤

[@gar_the_trucker]

This was EPIC!¡! As a person born in Pittsburgh (1970), and raised in Atlanta Georgia, I've got 1 final question: Why do all my favorite Steelers end up moving HERE?¿? Love this Podcast...

[@chriscole-sr7eq]

I haven’t laughed this hard on a podcast ever. Loved it 💪🏽

[@katrinablingz]

This was just a joy to watch! I smiled and laughed all throughout! Great job, guys! ❤🎉😊

[@Rollo_26]

Classic joy to see Both my Dudes together again. JB Keeping it 1thouwowwow✊🏿

[@amybottegal6207]

Loved this one. Thank you! 1:27:12

[@jimhicks584]

Am sure my wife knows more about Jerome than she ever wanted, lol. Great show, and nice to look into your relationship. Loved the roll out pass comments.

[@starks1974]

One of the best episodes!!!! Loved the inside stories and the laughs 😂

[@danhasbrouck319]

One of your best shows. Jerome is a special man! Now you need Troy and RC

[@josephcervantes3384]

Hi guys. Love the show. Great Ep 36. Got one for yinz. Born & raised in Monessen. 1972 - the catch; 8 yrs. old, little brother 7. So poor we had to listen to it on the radio. I remember lying on our parent's bed and when we won, jumping around on t so hard I nearly pushed him out the 3rd story window. I do not recall how long it took to finally see it on TV. That was it for me. Terry became and remains my favorite of all time. Sorry Ben, Jerome, all my love as yall are very close. Now, 1973 got to see Joe Montana play my Greyhounds when he was at Ringgold High School. Around that time, Doug Crusan, Eric Crabtree, Sam Havrilak, Bill Malinchak came home and my brother and I ended up in a Pic on the front page with them. Micheal Moorer - first Southpaw Heavy Weight Champ and I went to school and played ball together. All that said, growing up in SW PA has undoubtedly set a standard within me I can attribute my families' blessings to. Thanks to these roles models as well as what yall continue to bring to Steelers Nation year after year. The ONLY bummer growing up, Ben hook me up, Wide World of Sports used to grant wishes weekly, I know, you were too little to know this, I sat down and wrote them a well-crafted letter simply asking to catch a ball from Terry on the Field at 3 rivers Stadium. I waited for weeks with no reply. Dang Black n Gold HATERS. LOL. Have a wonderful weekend.

[@mroldnight]

One of my favorite football players of all time. Love this episode. I laughed so much. Thanks guys, this made my morning

[@jerryriggi1700]

Unbelievable! Life long Steeler and Notre Dame fan. I have never before watched an episode. My wife told me Jerome was on...I am now a devoted listener/viewer! The day the trade was made in '96 I told all who would listen, it was the best trade the Steelers ever made. That remains true to this day! Love this show!!

[@NoOneYaKnow666]

This was amazing! Brings back so many good memories! Smiled and laughed all the way through it!

[@RadarThirtyOne]

This is the GREATEST 1 hour and 47 minutes on the internet.

[@Sallyb1022]

Best episode ever! Jerome and Ben trading shots at each other was hilarious.

[@MetallicaNutt]

Loved this episode. Miss this guy soooooo much. Was always a blast to watch him play and was great to hear those stories. Now please get 43 TP on there some time. 86 HW would be great.

[@crowe1974]

What a awesome show!!! Well worth the wait. All hail the BUS!!!!

[@shawnalynn8566]

I haven't enjoyed an episode more. Brotherhood speaks volumes.

[@loriloritony511]

Omg. I have been waiting for this show since you began footballin. Surely did not disappoint. I couldn’t stop laughing.

[@markmaioli4]

OMG, I had no idea Jerome was so funny. What great stories. BEST EPISODE EVER!

[@stacies5605]

Please release more cookbooks!! I had to work when it was released and when I watched and went to site, it was sold out. I love this episode! My fav 36s: Jerome is #1 and Jussi Jokinen is #2.

[@chadydesign]

This show needs a sponsor and more promotion on social media. Too good.

[@shannonmcdonald7584]

I watched both of yalls entire career. Starting following the steelers in '95 and I used to bet on Jerome's yardage per quarter and win all the time I knew his game that well lol This episode is truly nostalgic

[@jbjacobs9514]

Jerome is the absolutely most delightful person ever! "Night Night Bus". He deserves all the oatmeal raisin cookies he wants! I agree with Ariana below - Troy for #43. This might have been the best episode yet. I could listen to Bus' stories for hours. I am sure Big Ben, who has the curse word aversion now, probably died at the sh&t-0-meter but I loved it. LOL

[@pauliebklyn]

I love how perfect Bettis and Ben get along! I love this episode!

[@johnnymcmanus-wz2yi]

Best episode!! Lots of belly laughs!

[@JamesAldrich-c2o]

Awesome episode. Thanks guys Memories, Laughs, and perspectives!

[@carolcurtis679]

Absolutely loved this episode! Just so fun to sit back and listen to the banter between Ben and the Bus.

[@rhondalane6749]

That shoestring tackle is in my top three favorite plays in Steelers history It was epic!!

[@Kingland2332]

Thank you for giving us your time and sharing thought with all of us. We are blessed to be able to listen and watch y,all podcast!

[@chrishawk4527]

I love the fact that I’m getting to know these men I have grown up looking up to. So thank you guys for a inside peak behind the curtains. Also Spence did a little research and you are just as influential as the athletes. My favorite podcast and j listen to a lot . Keep it going