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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | Chicago Bears (3) | Linebacker | 2 | NFC Divisional |
| 2006 | Miami Dolphins (3) | Defensive end | 4 | 6–10, no playoffs |
| 2007 | Indianapolis Colts | Safety | 3 | AFC Divisional |
| 2008 | Pittsburgh Steelers (6) | Linebacker | 1 | Won Super Bowl XLIII |
| 2009 | Green Bay Packers(2) | Cornerback | 2 | NFC Wildcard |
| 2010 | Pittsburgh Steelers (7) | Safety | 2 | Lost Super Bowl XLV |
| 2011 | Baltimore Ravens (4) | Linebacker | 3 | AFC Championship |
| 2012 | Houston Texans | Defensive end | 10 | AFC Divisional |