Defensive Player of the Year
As Defensive Player of the Year the best defenders are awarded in the United States in various sports.
- American Football: NFL Defensive Player of the Year Award
- Basketball (Men): NBA Defensive Player of the Year Award
- Basketball (women): WNBA Defensive Player of the Year Award
- Lacrosse: Major League Lacrosse Defensive Player of the Year Award
- Lacrosse: National Lacrosse League Defensive Player of the Year Award
