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Yes it is. Some may claim that it is a offensive foul, but one can 'stiff arm' the defender to a certain degree. The refs will call it if the 'stiff arm' was somehow unfair or too much.

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No, it is illegal for an offensive player to stiff arm a defensive player on their helmet or face mask. This action would result in a penalty for illegal use of hands to the face.

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