NFL defensive linemen snuggles shelter cats for great cause

Just further proof that real men love cats. 

And animals in general. 

Phil Taylor, defensive end for the Denver Broncos, stopped by Dumb Friends League animal shelter for their "Adopt A Shelter Cat Month" to raise awareness for cat and pet adoptions. 

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The NFL defensive lineman is a big, big dude, weighing in at about 335 pounds and stands at six-foot-three inches tall.

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The big man is a self declared "huge animal lover" and has two dogs of his own. He wanted to show that showing compassion for animals is a good thing, and more men should do so.

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Just because he terrorizes quarterbacks on Sundays, doesn't mean he can't snuggle with some cats on his days off. 

Our hats off to you Mr. Taylor. Thanks for showing that real men love cats!

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