ATLANTA — The Georgia Bulldogs are appealing to get star running back Todd Gurley back from suspension right away.
https://twitter.com/NCAA/status/527445862994436096
"Todd Gurley, University of Georgia football student-athlete, must sit a total of four games, or 30 percent of the season, for accepting more than $3,000 in cash from multiple individuals for autographed memorabilia and other items over two years. Gurley, who acknowledged violating NCAA rules, must repay a portion of the money received to a charity of his choice and complete 40 hours of community service as additional conditions for his reinstatement. Gurley will be eligible to play on Nov. 15."
The NCAA says Gurley, a junior, received $3,000 cash for signing memorabilia over a two-year period.
"I think the scholarship should be enough (compensation), and on top of that, they should get a little stipend as well on top of that," student ChrisHensler said.
Todd Gurley admitted he accepted cash for autographs, and because he broke the rules, he may not be back on the playing field at Sanford Stadium until next month.
His four-game suspension has sparked debate over compensation for college athletes.
Some students say college athletes, especially a Heisman Trophy candidate, should have the patience to wait until they turn pro.
"I think for Gurley, he should have waited for the NFL because he can get some good compensation later,” student Sheridan Schuster said.
While his absence will be felt for the next two games against Florida and Kentucky, fans are confident the team will more than compensate.
"I think Georgia is going to step up regardless of Gurley being in or out. Even without Gurley," student Chandler Reynolds said.
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