What is an 'intentional grounding' penalty?

Quiz Options

• When a quarterback throws a pass out of bounds to stop the clock
• When a quarterback throws a pass into an area where there is no eligible receiver, to avoid a sack
• When a receiver intentionally drops a pass
• When a player fumbles the ball on purpose

Explanation

Intentional grounding is a penalty called when a quarterback intentionally throws a forward pass without a realistic chance of completion to avoid a sack or loss of yardage.