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
2025 Stats
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By Penalty
Illegal Use of Hands penalties commited by position during the 2025 season.
| Name | Count | Yards | Home | Away | Declined | Offsetting |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Defensive Line | 10 | 46 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Tight End | 1 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Defensive Back | 9 | 45 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Offensive Line | 3 | 29 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| Linebacker | 6 | 30 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Totals | 29 | 155 | 19 | 10 | 7 | 0 |