Because you like Ted Mosby in How I Met Your Mother

Leonard Hofstadter is the normal one among his scientist friends, though in fairness that's a low bar. See them in The Big Bang Theory.

Don't tell anyone Kate Austen was under arrest when the plane crashed. See them in Lost.

Andy Bernard is a preppy Cornell grad who's very likely to break into an acapella performance. See them in The Office.

As a doctor-in-training, John Dorian should have his head in the game. But most of the time, it's in the clouds. See them in Scrubs.

Howard Wolowitz is an engineer whose serious mommy issues somehow haven't dimmed his confidence. See them in The Big Bang Theory.

Joey Potter is a low-key girl next door in love with her best friend. See them in Dawson's Creek.

For Jack Pearson, the best thing about having triplets is giving three times the love. See them in This Is Us.

Equal parts funny and neurotic, Cory Matthews has a warm and generous spirit. See them in Boy Meets World.

A charming acapella performer, Jesse Swanson perfectly blends being nerdy with being cool. See them in Pitch Perfect.

Matt Flamhaff is not too concerned about being part of the popular crowd. Too bad his best friend is. See them in 13 Going on 30 .

Mike Hannigan is a lawyer-turned-pianist who loves to tap into his kooky side. See them in Friends.