The sophomore running back might be Tennessee’s best offensive player besides Joshua Dobbs. Here are five things you need to know about him before tonight’s matchup.
Hurd is going to be a stud for Tennessee
Tennessee has never been known for their running game. However, Jalen Hurd is going to change all of that. Tennessee has never been good at getting in-state guys, but the commitment of the 5-star running back from Hendersonville was a huge get for the Volunteers. As a true freshman, Hurd averaged 69.2 yards per game and 4.7 per carry. Now in his second year and only half way through the season, Hurd averages 94.