[JohnR34231]

My guess is that in SEC country the coaches will want to use redshirt freshmen in those FCS and very weak non-conference FBS home games.  This way they can see them play in junk time and protect their key players from injury or targeting suspensions.  I am particularly thinking about those mid-November FCS games they all play prior to their rivalry game.

It would actually be nice if those redshirt freshmen could play in any post-season games.  The inclusion of redshirt freshmen in various bowl games would add some excitement and interest, and would be a nice option for the players.

I agree. If most bowl games are "meaningless exhibition" games as people seem to think of them these days, it makes sense to allow redshirts to play. Good preparation for next year.

[JohnR34231]

My guess is that in SEC country the coaches will want to use redshirt freshmen in those FCS and very weak non-conference FBS home games.  This way they can see them play in junk time and protect their key players from injury or targeting suspensions.  I am particularly thinking about those mid-November FCS games they all play prior to their rivalry game.

It would actually be nice if those redshirt freshmen could play in any post-season games.  The inclusion of redshirt freshmen in various bowl games would add some excitement and interest, and would be a nice option for the players.

I agree. If most bowl games are "meaningless exhibition" games as people seem to think of them these days, it makes sense to allow redshirts to play. Good preparation for next year.