Early years

Locklear attended Lumberton Senior High School. His jersey was retired by the school in 2006 following the Super Bowl.

Professional career

Seattle Seahawks

He was selected with the 21st pick of the third round of the 2004 NFL Draft out of North Carolina State University. Before the start of the 2005 season, he was moved to tackle when starter Floyd Womack was injured in the preseason.

On February 21, 2008, the Seahawks re-signed Locklear, keeping him away from the free agent market. Both sides agreed to a new 5-year extension worth a maximum value of $32 million and $12 million in bonuses.

Washington Redskins

On August 5, 2011, Locklear signed with the Washington Redskins.

New York Giants

On April 11, 2012, Locklear signed with the New York Giants.

Atlanta Falcons

On November 13, 2013, Locklear signed with the Atlanta Falcons on a one-year deal.

Personal

Locklear is a member of the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina. He comes from the Lumbee community of Saddletree. His mother is Lumbee and his father is African American.

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