If Heisman Trophy voters are to be swayed by a hype video, odds are highlights cut to a much older song would be more impactful. And that’s why this Manti Te’o musical montage is so brilliant.

Set to “Day-O” – a song your kooky uncle introduced you to -- the video attempts to explain why a linebacker should take home college football’s most prestigious award. 

We’re still in the Johnny Football camp around here, but good job, good effort.

[H/T: Sports Grid]