The Herd with Colin Cowherd THE HERD - Hour 3 - Jerome Bettis stops by The Herd
Jan 14, 2026
Jerome Bettis, a Hall of Fame former NFL running back and Super Bowl champion, shares insights on Mike Tomlin’s surprising exit from the Steelers. He discusses the need for the Steelers to pivot towards a more offensive game plan and the importance of investing in a quarterback for future success. Bettis evaluates possible coaching candidates and emphasizes the value of stability within the team. He also explores Tomlin’s legacy and speculates on his potential next destinations in the NFL.
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Use Draft Capital To Secure A QB
- Bettis advises using draft capital to acquire a quarterback and build around him, even if it costs short-term losses.
- He says organizations must utilize first-round picks to secure QB talent to progress.
Quarterback Investment Determines Playoff Ceiling
- Bettis argues the Steelers must eventually prioritize finding a franchise quarterback or they'll be playoff short-lived.
- He warns you can reach playoffs but will lose early without true QB investment.
Pittsburgh Culture Resists Purposeful Tanking
- Bettis doubts Steeler ownership or fans would accept deliberate tanking to draft a QB.
- He highlights Pittsburgh's culture resists purposeful losing despite potential long-term gain.