AP NFL Defensive Player of the Year Award NFL Defensive Players of the Year NFL Defensive Players of the Year

| Year_ | NFL_Team | Position_ | Team_Defense_Rank | Team_Performance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | San Francisco 49ers | Cornerback | 8 | Won Super Bowl XXIX |
| 1995 | Buffalo Bills (2) | Linebacker | 13 | AFC Divisional |
| 1996 | Buffalo Bills (3) | Defensive end | 9 | AFC Wildcard |
| 1997 | San Francisco 49ers (2) | Defensive tackle | 1 | NFC Championship |
| 1998 | Green Bay Packers | Defensive end | 4 | NFC Wildcard |
| 1999 | Tampa Bay Buccaneers (2) | Defensive tackle | 3 | NFC Championship |
| 2000 | Baltimore Ravens | Linebacker | 2 | Won Super Bowl XXXV |
| 2001 | New York Giants (4) | Defensive end | 14 | 7–9 no playoffs |
| 2002 | Tampa Bay Buccaneers (3) | Linebacker | 1 | Won Super Bowl XXXVII |
| 2003 | Baltimore Ravens (2) | Linebacker | 3 | AFC Wildcard |
| 2004 | Baltimore Ravens (3) | Safety | 6 | 9–7 no playoffs |