History of Tyler Lockett in Timeline

Tyler Lockett is an American professional football wide receiver currently playing for the Las Vegas Raiders of the NFL. He was drafted by the Seattle Seahawks in the third round of the 2015 NFL Draft after a successful college football career at Kansas State University. Lockett is known for his receiving abilities.

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September 28, 1992: Tyler Lockett's Birth

On September 28, 1992, Tyler Deron Lockett was born. He later became a professional football wide receiver in the NFL.

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1993: Father's NFL Career Start

In 1993, Tyler Lockett's father, Kevin Lockett, began playing in the NFL for the Kansas City Chiefs after playing at Kansas State.

1995: Rookie to Win Award Twice

In 1995, Tamarick Vanover became the only other rookie besides Tyler Lockett to win the NFC's Special Teams Player of the Month award twice.

1996: Father's school record

In 1996, Tyler Lockett's father set a school record with a total of 3,032 receiving yards.

1996: Father's Kansas State Career End

In 1996, Tyler Lockett's father, Kevin Lockett, ended his career at Kansas State as the school's all-time leading receiver before being passed by his son.

1998: Uncle Aaron's Kansas State Career Start

In 1998, Tyler Lockett's uncle, Aaron Lockett, began playing for Kansas State.

2001: Uncle Aaron's Kansas State Career End

In 2001, Tyler Lockett's uncle, Aaron Lockett, ended his career at Kansas State as their fourth all-time leading receiver and second all-time leading punt returner.

2006: Uncle Aaron's Grey Cup Win

In 2006, Tyler Lockett's uncle, Aaron Lockett, won a Grey Cup with the BC Lions.

November 3, 2007: Jordy Nelson's Record

On November 3, 2007, Jordy Nelson recorded 214 receiving yards against Iowa State, a Kansas State single-game record that would later be surpassed by Tyler Lockett.

2010: OSSAA 5A Championship Win

In 2010, Tyler Lockett helped lead Booker T. Washington High School to win the Oklahoma Secondary School Activities Association (OSSAA) 5A championship in football during his senior year.

2011: Recruitment and College Choice

In 2011, Tyler Lockett chose to attend Kansas State University over a scholarship offer from Kansas, after being ranked as a three-star recruit.

2011: Attends Kansas State University

In 2011, Tyler Lockett received an athletic scholarship to attend Kansas State University to play for the Kansas State Wildcats football team under coach Bill Snyder.

2011: All-American Selection

In 2011, Tyler Lockett was named an All-American as a kickoff returner for the Kansas State Wildcats, despite an injury that caused him to miss part of the season.

2011: OSSA 5A Championship

In 2011, Tyler Lockett's basketball team at Booker T. Washington defeated El Reno High School to win the OSSA 5A Championship, and he was voted to the all-tournament second team.

2011: Freshman Year at Kansas State

In 2011, during his freshman year, Tyler Lockett played as a true freshman for Kansas State University. He earned Big 12 Conference honors and became a two-time Big 12 Special Teams Player of the Week. An injury caused him to miss the final games of the season.

2012: Continued Success at Kansas State

In 2012, Tyler Lockett continued his college career at Kansas State. He earned Big 12 Conference Special Teams Player of the Week honors on September 17 after a 96-yard kickoff return, and again after his fourth career kickoff return touchdown on November 3. He was also named an All-Big 12 honorable mention selection both at wide receiver and special teams.

2012: Honorable Mention All-Big 12 Conference Performer

In 2012, Tyler Lockett was an honorable mention All-Big 12 Conference performer for the Kansas State Wildcats football team.

December 28, 2013: Buffalo Wild Wings Bowl Performance

On December 28, 2013, in the Buffalo Wild Wings Bowl, Tyler Lockett had 10 receptions for 116 yards and 3 touchdowns against Michigan. He set a record for most receptions by any receiver in a Buffalo Wild Wings Bowl and the most receptions in a Bowl game by a Kansas State receiver.

2013: First Team All-Big 12 Performer

In 2013, Tyler Lockett was named a first team All-Big 12 performer as both a wide receiver and all-purpose receiver for the Kansas State Wildcats football team. That season, he established school records for single-game receiving yards, single game all-purpose yards and career kickoff return yards.

2014: College Career Stats

In 2014, Tyler Lockett concluded his college career amassing 249 receptions for 3,710 yards and 29 touchdowns as a receiver, along with notable statistics in kickoff returns, punt returns, and rushing, totaling 6,586 career all-purpose yards. His senior season led the Big 12 Conference in receiving yards and the nation in punt return average.

2014: End of College Career at Kansas State

In 2014, Tyler Lockett concluded his college football career at Kansas State University.

2014: All Big 12 Special Teams Player of the Year

In 2014, Tyler Lockett was selected as a repeat All Big 12 Special Teams Player of the Year and as a first team wide receiver by the Big 12 coaches. He also received numerous All-American honors from ESPN, CBS Sports, Scout.com, American Football Coaches Association, and Sports Illustrated, securing his place on the 2014 College Football All-America Team. He was recognized as the 2014 Big 12 Football Scholar-Athlete of the Year and received the Jet Award.

2014: College Football All-America Team Consensus All-American Selection

In 2014, Tyler Lockett was selected to the College Football All-America Team as a punt returner.

September 2015: NFC Special Teams Player of the Month

In September 2015, Tyler Lockett's performance for the first three weeks of the season earned him recognition as National Football Conference (NFC) Special Teams Player of the Month.

October 22, 2015: First Career Touchdown Reception

On October 22, 2015, Tyler Lockett posted his first career touchdown reception on Thursday Night Football against the San Francisco 49ers.

December 22, 2015: Selected to the 2016 Pro Bowl

On December 22, 2015, Tyler Lockett was selected to be part of the 2016 Pro Bowl as one of only three rookies selected.

2015: NFL Draft and Seahawks Selection

In 2015, Tyler Lockett was drafted by the Seattle Seahawks in the third round of the NFL draft.

2015: NFL Debut and Awards

In 2015, Tyler Lockett was selected by the Seattle Seahawks and named NFC Special Teams Player of the Month for September. He was also named 1st team All-Pro and selected to the Pro Football Writers Association (PFWA) NFL All-Rookie Team at three positions.

2015: Drafted by the Seattle Seahawks

In 2015, Tyler Lockett was selected by the Seattle Seahawks in the third round (69th overall) of the NFL draft after the Seahawks traded multiple picks to move up in the draft.

2015: Senior Bowl Selection

In 2015, Tyler Lockett was selected to play in the Senior Bowl.

December 27, 2016: Placed on Injured Reserve

On December 27, 2016, Tyler Lockett was placed on injured reserve after suffering a fracture to his right tibia and fibula during a game against the Cardinals. He underwent surgery and was then placed on injured reserve.

2016: Pro Bowl Selection

In 2016, Tyler Lockett was selected by Team Rice in a fantasy-style draft for the Pro Bowl, where he made one catch for 10 yards and returned one punt for 24 yards.

August 29, 2018: Contract Extension with the Seahawks

On August 29, 2018, Tyler Lockett signed a three-year, $31.8 million contract extension with the Seattle Seahawks through the 2021 season.

2019: First 1,000+ Receiving Yard Season

In 2019, Tyler Lockett became a starting wide receiver and amassed over 1,000 receiving yards for the Seattle Seahawks.

2019: 2019 Season Performance

In 2019, Tyler Lockett finished the season with 82 receptions for 1,057 receiving yards and eight receiving touchdowns.

2019: Published book of poems

In 2019, Tyler Lockett published a book of poems called Reflection.

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2019: NFL Top 100 Players of 2019

In 2019, Tyler Lockett was ranked 98th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2019.

January 17, 2020: Pro Bowl Selection as Alternate

On January 17, 2020, Tyler Lockett was named to the Pro Bowl as an alternate.

2020: Second 1,000+ Receiving Yard Season

In 2020, Tyler Lockett amassed over 1,000 receiving yards for the Seattle Seahawks.

2020: NFL Top 100 Players of 2020

In 2020, Tyler Lockett was ranked 65th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2020.

April 2, 2021: Contract Extension

On April 2, 2021, Tyler Lockett signed a four-year, $69.2 million contract extension with the Seahawks, which included $37 million in guaranteed money.

2021: Third 1,000+ Receiving Yard Season

In 2021, Tyler Lockett amassed over 1,000 receiving yards for the Seattle Seahawks.

2021: Contract with the Seahawks

In 2021, Tyler Lockett had a contract with the Seattle Seahawks.

2021: NFL Top 100 Players of 2021

In 2021, Tyler Lockett was ranked 76th by his fellow players on the NFL Top 100 Players of 2021.

December 16, 2022: Surgery for Broken Hand

On December 16, 2022, it was announced that Tyler Lockett would undergo surgery to repair a broken bone in his hand.

2022: Fourth 1,000+ Receiving Yard Season

In 2022, Tyler Lockett amassed over 1,000 receiving yards for the Seattle Seahawks.

2022: Became a real estate agent

In 2022, Tyler Lockett earned his real estate license in Washington and Texas.

2022: Brother Sterling Commits to Kansas State

In 2022, Tyler Lockett's younger brother, Sterling, committed to Kansas State for their recruitment class.

2023: 2023 Season Performance

In 2023, Tyler Lockett concluded the season with 79 receptions for 894 yards and five touchdowns across 17 games.

March 10, 2024: Contract Restructure with the Seahawks

On March 10, 2024, Tyler Lockett restructured his contract with the Seahawks to a base value of $30 million with $13 million guaranteed. He expressed that "Seattle is home."