Kerrith Whyte Says ‘Ball Security Is Everything’ For Running Backs

For the first time since entering the NFL, Kerrith Whyte’s head won’t be spinning. It’s not ideal, the elimination of the preseason isn’t a good thing for a guy in his position, but he’s now beginning his second year in pro football and his first summer with the Steelers.

Whyte was scooped off the Bears practice squad mid-way through last season when injuries decimated the Pittsburgh backfield. He was immediately thrown into the fire and answered the call, carrying the ball 24 times for 122 yards, a healthy 5.1 average. The trust they showed, even if it was partially out of need, wasn’t lost on him.

“I got here and four days later played in my first game,” he said via Teresa Varley’s running…