On January 20, 2013, in the AFC Championship game against the New England Patriots, Ellerbe intercepted a pass from Tom Brady that had been tipped by Pernell McPhee in the 4th quarter with 6:49 remaining in the game. This was one of the three turnovers by the Patriots that allowed the Ravens to win 28-13 and advance to Super Bowl XLVII, where they would defeat the San Francisco 49ers 34-31.

This Super Bowl XLVII mini helmet has been signed by Haloti Ngata, Dannell Ellerbe and Courtney Upshaw. It includes a Great Moments hologram and COAs.