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330-Pound Maryland Lineman Penalized for Cartwheel Celebration (Video)

Johari Branch has carved out a nice role for himself as an offensive lineman at Maryland, but perhaps he should think about a pivot to gymnastics after this weekend.

Late in a tightly contested game against Northwestern, Terrapins running back Roman Hemby struck paydirt with a 75-yard rushing score to put Maryland on top, 31-24, just 12 seconds after the Wildcats had tied the game. Naturally, the electric play called for a celebration, and Branch fully embraced the moment.

The 330-pounder ran down the field after Hemby to join in celebration with the rest of his teammates.