"Moose" McMonster, a large but slow defensive football linebacker, was guarding a fast wide receiver. When "Moose" saw that the receiver was highly likely to run past him and catch a touchdown pass, "Moose" deliberately impeded the receiver's path by grabbing his arm. The referee imposed a standard 15-yard Interference penalty on the defensive team, but the quick reaction by "Moose" prevented the opposing team from scoring.
a. Was "Moose" McMonster's move consistent with the Becker Rational Model?
b. Was "Moose" a cheater?