Backup QB Drew Stanton drops NFL's dorkiest, most glorious TD dance

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Sam Laird
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When Arizona Cardinals running back Andre Ellington uncorked a 48-yard touchdown run to cap a 39-32 win over the Seattle Seahawks on Sunday night, he wasn't even his team's biggest star on the play.

No, that honor goes to backup Cardinals quarterback Drew Stanton, who lost his cool in most glorious fashion while watching from the sideline.

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Let's break down the film. First, Stanton seems to remain semi-composed while encouraging Ellington downfield with a windmilling arm. Then he seems to do an impression of a wounded bird. Then he hops, pops a squat and pumps his fists with vigor. Behold the dorky glory:

Stanton may be a backup quarterback -- but he's an MVP-caliber touchdown-celebrator.

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