Steelers Legends Endorse Kamala Harris Ahead of Trump’s Appearance at Game

Former President Donald Trump made headlines this weekend as he prepared to attend the Pittsburgh Steelers Sunday night game against the New York Jets. However, in an unexpected twist, Fox News aired a report before the game that caught many by surprise: several Steelers legends had endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris.

The endorsement came just as Trump was gearing up for his highly publicized appearance at the game. Trump had already confused the event by mistakenly announcing on Saturday that the game would take place that day, a day ahead of schedule. But as Sunday arrived, it was Fox News, a network favored by Trump, that stole the spotlight with news of the high-profile endorsement for his political opponent.

“Ahead of Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump’s appearance at Sunday’s Pittsburgh Steelers game, two of the franchise’s legends, and the family of another, have endorsed his opponent,” the Fox News report stated.

The endorsement included Steelers greats Jerome Bettis and “Mean” Joe Greene, as well as the family of the late Steelers icon Franco Harris. The endorsement of Kamala Harris from these revered figures in Pittsburgh’s football history sent ripples through both sports and political circles.

Bettis, a Hall of Fame running back affectionately known as “The Bus” by Steelers fans, voiced his strong support for Harris, citing the hardworking spirit of the city as a key reason for his decision. “I know this city, and I love this city – we work hard to make things happen. No hot air. No bull,” Bettis reportedly said. “This is what defines the Steel City – and it’s the opposite of what Donald Trump stands for.”

Bettis’ remarks resonated with many in Pittsburgh, a city with deep blue-collar roots and a strong connection to its football team. His words reflected a broader sentiment shared by other figures in the endorsement.

The family of Franco Harris, the late running back and legendary figure in Steelers history, also expressed their support for Vice President Harris. They emphasized the values of teamwork, hard work, and integrity that Franco Harris embodied both on and off the field. “Hard work and integrity are the bedrock of Western Pennsylvania and are values my father instilled in me,” the family’s statement read. “He taught me that true greatness is achieved by being a part of a team and that leadership is defined by the actions taken to help the whole team succeed.”

The family further explained that Franco Harris would have been “greatly honored” to endorse Kamala Harris because she “champions ideals my father stood for improving education, building good jobs, supporting labor unions, and making sure everyone gets a fair shake.”

The endorsement was notable for several reasons, not least of which was the timing. As Trump prepared to attend the Steelers game, news of these football legends supporting Kamala Harris provided a symbolic counterweight to his presence at the event. The report from Fox News, a network that Trump often relies on for favorable coverage, added an unexpected layer to the unfolding political narrative.

As the game proceeded, the endorsements of Bettis, Greene, and Franco Harris’ family continued to make waves, highlighting how the intersection of sports and politics can sometimes create unexpected headlines, even on the football field.