Texans LB Brian Cushing has run away with the defensive rookie trophy. He received 39 of the 50 votes. Cushing finished with 134 tackles, 5 sacks, and 4 interceptions. He joins DeMeco Ryans as Texans LBs to win the award.
Finishing second was Bills S Jairus Byrd. Byrd had six votes and finished the season 45 tackles and 9 interceptions. Green Bay LB Clay Matthews was third followed by Redskins DL/LB Brian Orakpo finished fourth.
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