The 20 Best NFL Defensive Player Seasons in the Last 25 Years
19. Ray Lewis, Baltimore Ravens (2003)
As you'll see, there is more to come on Ray Lewis. But in 2003, the inside linebacker racked up 120 tackles, 1.5 sacks and 2 forced fumbles. At that, he made 6 interceptions, including 1 for a touchdown, while also defending 14 passes. Lewis' ability to defend the pass and the run was key as he earned an AV of 20 in his eighth NFL season.
