Ray Lewis
Awards & Honours
5
Awards Won
4
Honours
2
Rankings
2
Covers
3
Records
Ray Lewis stands as a titan of defensive football, holding a trophy case that few players can match. His two Super Bowl MVP awards make him the first linebacker to win the honor on the winning team twice, a feat that underscores his unparalleled impact on the biggest stage. His two Defensive Player of the Year awards place him among the elite defensive minds in league history.He is the only player to earn Pro Bowl selections in three different decades, demonstrating remarkable longevity and consistency. His induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility confirms his status as a legend. Lewis's legacy is defined by his records for tackles and his ability to elevate his teammates to peak performance levels.
Awards
Honours & Distinctions
Pro Football Hall of Fame Induction
Inducted in his first year of eligibility, recognizing his extraordinary career.
NFL 75th Anniversary All-Time Team
Selected as one of the top 75 players in NFL history.
NFL 2000s All-Decade Team
Named the best linebacker of the decade.
Baltimore Ravens Ring of Honor
One of the few players to have his jersey number retired by the franchise.
Rankings & Lists
NFL 100 Greatest Players
Baltimore Ravens All-Time Team
Magazine Covers
Sports Illustrated
January 2001
The King of Defense
ESPN The Magazine
February 2003
Lewis: The Unstoppable Force
Records & Feats
Most Career Combined Tackles by a Linebacker
Holds the NFL record with 2,059 combined tackles.
Most Solo Tackles by a Linebacker
Holds the NFL record with 1,568 solo tackles.
First Linebacker to Win Super Bowl MVP on Winning Team Twice
Won Super Bowl MVP in Super Bowl XXXV and Super Bowl XLVII.