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Originally Posted by Jim D
The key on this play is B51's position in relation to A7. If A7 is even with or behind B51, then it's illegal use of the hands. However, if A7 is between B51 and the line of scrimmage, he's fair game as B51 has a right to move up to make the play and clear out anyone who gets in his way. B51 is not sure if A7is a potential blocker or a potential receiver until he tips his hand by moving by of cutting away from B51. I'd have to see this play but I'd give B51 maybe a little more slack than some of the other posts might suggest.
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No, the key on this play is the official's JUDGEMENT as to whether the player is running a pass route or not. Which, coincidentally, is what the rule says. If the official judges this player to be running a route and no longer a blocker, then he cannot be contacted in this manner.