Ashley Nicole breastfeeding Instagram PHOTO goes viral, sparks controversy: NFL boyfriend Philip Wheeler defends stunning model, 'just leave it alone'

By Danica Bellini, Mstars Associate Editor | Mar 06, 2014 10:31 AM EST

NFL star Philip Wheeler is currently dating gorgeous model Ashley Nicole, and they have an adorable son together. Nicole recently posted a viral breastfeeding photo on Instagram, instantly igniting some controversy:

ash3nicole: "Was on the way out the door but then mommy duty called... Everything stops for him! #breastisbest #natureisbeautiful." 

Some fans were utterly offended despite the "nature is beautiful" hashtag. But is it really such a big deal? According to the Miami Dolphins linebacker, no.

 "I wish everybody would just leave it alone," Wheeler told TMZ Sports. "She's a model. She takes pictures for a living." 

The 29-year-old football star also pointed out that back in December, fellow model Gisele Bundchen posted a breastfeeding photo and was praised for it. So why is Nicole catching so much flack?

Do Mstars fans agree? 

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