1997 Chevy Monte Carlo Tire Rods, Wheel Alignment, Or Somet

I have a 1997 Chevy Monte Carlo that has been running well since I acquired it a few months ago. I have to take the expressway to work everyday and I was noticing that my car was shaking and wobbling really bad. I took my car to a friend and he told me to get new tires because my 2 front tires had bubbles in them. I replaced all the tires and thought my issues were over. Now I am noticing that when I drive at any speed over 65, it shakes really bad and my steering wheel is also shaking. Also, when I come to a stop, it jerks as if it doesn't want to stop at all. My friend told me that it could be my tire rod or I may need a wheel alignment. Can you tell me what you may think it is?