Jerome Bettis compares Drew Allar to Ben Roethlisberger in size
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 4, 2026, 7:04 PM
Last updated Jul 4, 2026
Jerome Bettis, a Hall of Fame running back for the Pittsburgh Steelers, has drawn a comparison between third-round rookie quarterback Drew Allar and Ben Roethlisberger, emphasizing Allar's impressive size. Bettis praised Allar's build at 6-foot-5 and 228 pounds, noting that while he may not be as athletic as Roethlisberger, he possesses a strong arm and the potential to learn under Aaron Rodgers. Allar, selected with the 76th overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, will compete with Will Howard for the starting quarterback position in 2027.
- •Bettis believes Allar shares Roethlisberger's size and arm strength.
- •Allar weighs 228 pounds, compared to Roethlisberger's 240 pounds.
- •He was drafted 76th overall in the 2026 NFL Draft.
- •Allar will compete with Will Howard for the starting role.
- 7:04 PMYahoo Sports — Jerome Bettis compares Drew Allar to legendary Steelers quarterback.
"Pittsburgh Steelers legend Jerome Bettis compared third-round rookie quarterback Drew Allar to Ben Roethlisberger in one key area.
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