What is an administrative timeout in the nfl?

An administrative timeout in the NFL is a timeout called by the referee or officials for administrative reasons such as an injury, a measurement, a booth review, a challenge flag, or a clock issue. These timeouts do not count towards the maximum of three timeouts per half that each team is allowed to call. Administrative timeouts are typically used to ensure the fairness and accuracy of the game by allowing time for necessary assessments or reviews to take place.