No, they count as post season. If you play at all, period, you can't redshirt. Post season included.

It is if its flab instead of muscle.

First thing that crossed my mind when I heard wasn't disciplinary or academic issues.

I don't think the players would have worn arm bands with his number if it was improper contact with an agent. LSU and Miles have said it is a medical condition. Perhaps it was the flu. Hopefully it wasn't something more serious.