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Illegal Use of Hands

Definition

Illegal use of the hands against a player while attempting to ward off a block, cover a receiver, or tackle a ball carrier. There are several restrictions on how a player may initiate contact, such as hands to the facemask of the other player involved in the blocking.

Outcome

10 yards if committed by offense; 5 yards and automatic first down if committed by defense

2012 Stats

By Penalty

Illegal Use of Hands penalties commited by position during the 2012 season.

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NameCountYardsHomeAwayDeclinedOffsetting
Offensive Line27243161160
Defensive Line33161141940
Defensive Back11607460
Linebacker7403430
Unknown/Unset2101100
Runningback140100
Totals815184140190