I know, but I'm betting that some of it is media overreaction. If that kid has the right mentality (which is the big question right now) he can flat out ball. And, he is a perfect fit for the Steelers next "big back", assuming he is not a head case.
Here is a quote attributed to Andre Wootert, a backup RB for USC. He's been
teammates with Lendale for 3 years doing the same drills and focusing on RB film:
"Lendale White is the best running back I've ever seen play. Bar none.
Period. Reggie Bush is one of the best football players I've ever seen, no
doubt about that, but LenDale is the best running back I've seen. LenDale
has everything you want in a running back. He's got perfect body lean, great
size, power. He destroys anybody he wants to. He blocks and flips d-linemen
like it's nothing."