It also ran an ad featuring "the Bus, " former Pittsburgh Steelers running back Jerome Bettis, hailing new hope for controlling asthma.

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Almost as noteworthy were the finalists who didn't get in, including running back Jerome Bettis and owners Art Modell and Edward DeBartolo Jr.

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It was the first Super Bowl win for Pittsburgh's long-time coach Bill Cowher, and it was the last game for the Steelers' star running back Jerome Bettis.

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And in 2004's AFC title game, an epic fumble by Pittsburgh's Jerome Bettis led to a 60-yard touchdown pass by Tom Brady, setting the tone for a 41-27 New England beating.

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Receivers Cris Carter (Vikings) and Tim Brown (Raiders), running back Jerome Bettis (Steelers), defensive end Charles Haley (Cowboys) and former 49ers owner Eddie DeBartolo Jr. are among the others up for induction.

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Mr. JEROME BETTIS (Pittsburgh Steelers Running Back): I think the script right now, you know, if somebody sent it to Hollywood they would turn it down because they would say it couldn't happen.

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The seven inductees were chosen Saturday by the Pro Football Hall of Fame's selection committee from a list of 17 finalists -- with late longtime Cleveland Browns and Ravens owner Art Modell, Pittsburgh Steelers running back Jerome Bettis and wide receiver Tim Brown among those narrowly missing the cut.

CNN: February 3, 2013 -- Updated 0301 GMT (1101 HKT)