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It’s one of the most highly debated topics in sports: should our college athletes be getting paid?

Many say that student athletes generate so much money for their respective universities that they should be paid, no doubt about it.  Others argue that the student athletes are already receiving tuition-free scholarships and are provided a great education for no cost, which is a benefit enough.

This week, Todd Gurley, starting running back for the Georgia Bulldogs was indefinitely suspended after multiple findings that possibly link him to autographing memorabilia in exchange for money.

Gurley, a leading Heisman Trophy candidate, didn’t travel with the Bulldogs on Friday as they traveled to Columbia, Missouri, for Saturday’s game against the Missouri Tigers.

Georgia’s Athletic Director Greg McGarity issued the following statement on Friday:

“While the University does not tolerate any violation of NCAA rules, the University has supported and continues to support its student-athletes.  We have made clear to Todd that regardless of what happens with this case, he is still a member of the Bulldog family, and we will support him in every way we can… Rest assured the University is continuing its efforts to resolve the eligibility matter as expeditiously as possible and in a manner that is in the best interests of the University, its coaches, and its student-athletes.”

Although this may possibly result in Gurley’s season being over, many sports voices have come out to support Gurley.

College basketball analyst Jay Bilas, an avid supporter of collegiate athletes receiving payment, brought the matter to Twitter after it was reported that Georgia would no longer be selling jerseys with Gurley’s number on them.

@JayBilas: If reports are accurate, UGA’s Todd Gurley took advantage of his name and likeness. That’s for UGA, NCAA only.

@JayBilas: So, Georgia is no longer selling #3 jerseys. Of course, it’s not because everyone knows it’s Todd Gurley. Nah, just coincidence.

This incident will only spark more debate over whether college athletes should be able to profit from their athletic abilities. The NCAA may be forced to take action.

Sources:  ESPN, CBS Sports, Twitter