Georgia fans build shrine mourning the loss of Todd Gurley

Georgia students have put up a memorial shrine for their recently suspended star running back Todd Gurley.

Georgia students have put up a memorial shrine for their recently suspended star running back Todd Gurley.

The fans have put candles, team memorabilia and a skull outside Sanford Stadium, along with a sign that reads "Free Gurl3y." 

This is really happening outside Sanford Stadium right now...#UGA #Gurley pic.twitter.com/jX3MyMgmga

— JJ (@JordanGame6) October 10, 2014

Gurley was considered a front-runner for this year's Heisman trophy. In five games with the Bulldogs this season he scored eight rushing touchdowns and averaged 8.2 yards per carry.

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The running back is expected to miss two to three games while the allegation that he accepted cash for autographs is investigated.

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