You may see a sack dance on "Dancing With the Stars" next season.

That's because Dolphins defensive end Jason Taylor will be the first
active NFL player to compete on the popular ABC program. Two NFL
legends have competed in previous seasons: Emmitt Smith won after
Jerry Rice finished third. The announcement was made Monday, during
ABC's "Dance War: Bruno vs. Carrie Ann."

Also competing: actress Marlee Matlin, magician Penn Jillette, figure
skater Kristi Yamaguchi, tennis player Monica Seles, R&B singer Mario,
comedian Adam Carolla and actor Steve Guttenberg.

"It was an opportunity that really couldn't be passed up," said
Taylor's agent, Gary Wichard. "The tough part was talking Jason into
it. But he will be a competitor and do what he can do."

The show runs from March through May. Even if Taylor, 33, advances to
the finals, he finish well in advance of training camp. Taylor will
promote the appearance on Thursday's airing of The Oprah Winfrey Show.

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