Tennessee hosts Florida in its annual SEC East matchup at Neyland Stadium Saturday. We analyze several areas where the Volunteers are hot or cold.

SIZZLING

Freshman running back Jalen Hurd is off to an impressive start to his collegiate career. Hurd leads Tennessee with 328 yards on 72 attempts. Despite being listed as the team’s No. 2 running back, Hurd has seen the majority of carries over senior Marlin Lane and is averaging 82 yards per game. The five-star prospect has improved his numbers each game, breaking the 100-yard plateau for the first time on Saturday against Georgia.

WARM

Justin Worley is off to the best start of his career. His nine touchdowns through four games is one shy of his season total from the 2013. Worley has shown poise and confidence in the pocket, despite a struggling offensive line. He will play a major role in Tennessee’s chances to beat Florida for the first time since 2004.

COLD

Marquez North has struggled to open the season. He is averaging 47.0 yards per game and has just 188 yards through four games. North has struggled to see targets in the absence of No. 2 wide receiver Von Pearson, which may change after Pearson practiced for the first time on Tuesday.

Freezing

Tennessee’s offensive line has allowed 12 total sacks through four games. Worley has been rushed 14 times and opposing defenses have 29.0 tackles for loss. The Vols need to improve in SEC play facing tough front sevens that are capable of providing pressure in the backfield.