James Harrison, who was the Defensive Player of the Year last year in the NFL, and also had a 100 yard interception return that shifted the momentum in the Super Bowl, has cashed in on a $51 million deal with the Super Bowl champs.

“James is pleased he will be a Steeler for the rest of his NFL career, in all probability, which is what he wanted,” Bill Parise, Harrison’s agent, told The Associated Press. “The contract is reflective of him being the defensive player of the year.”

Harrison was undrafted out of Kent State. He took over for Joey Porter two years ago when he left the team. Last year, Harrison had 101 tackles, 16 sacks, 7 forced fumbles, and one interception. He was the first ever undrafted player to win the Defensive Player of the Year.

[ESPN]