Harrison’s performance in a game against the Cleveland Brown, contributed to the Steelers’ victory. From the 2007 season, Harrison was recognised as one of the valuable players. Among many of his recognition, Harrison received the AFC Defence Player of the Month award in 2007 and 2009. He was also named the AP NFL Defensive player of the Year award in 2008, making him the first undrafted player to win the award. More recently, he was ranked no. 29 on NFL’s top 100 players list of 2012.