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NFL officials stoked drama during the Green Bay Packers’ win over the Detroit Lions on Thursday over a controversial decision to grant head coach Matt LaFleuer a timeout when it appeared his team committed a false start penalty.

The issue occurred late in the second quarter while the Packers were on the 2-yard line on fourth down with about 2:16 left in the first half. Jordan Love called for the ball, but it appeared one of his offensive linemen jumped. However, officials said LaFleur was able to call a timeout before the penalty was committed.

A replay showed otherwise.

The Packers would score a touchdown to end the drive — a 2-yard touchdown pass from Love to Romeo Doubs. Green Bay won the game, 31-24.

NFL referee Ron Torbert defended the

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