Billy Ray Locklin
American gridiron football player (1936–2019)
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Billy Ray Locklin (September 13, 1936 – November 8, 2019)[1] was an American professional football defensive lineman who played ten seasons in the Canadian Football League (CFL) for two different teams. He was a CFL All Star three times.
PositionDefensive end
BornSeptember 13, 1936
Rockdale, Texas, U.S.
Rockdale, Texas, U.S.
DiedNovember 8, 2019 (aged 83)
Round Rock, Texas, U.S.
Round Rock, Texas, U.S.
Listed height6 ft 2 in (1.88 m)
| Profile | |
|---|---|
| Position | Defensive end |
| Personal information | |
| Born | September 13, 1936 Rockdale, Texas, U.S. |
| Died | November 8, 2019 (aged 83) Round Rock, Texas, U.S. |
| Listed height | 6 ft 2 in (1.88 m) |
| Listed weight | 225 lb (102 kg) |
| Career information | |
| College | New Mexico State |
| AFL draft | 1960 |
| Career history | |
| 1960 | Oakland Raiders |
| 1961–1964 | Montreal Alouettes |
| 1965–1970 | Hamilton Tiger-Cats |
| Awards and highlights | |
| Stats at Pro Football Reference | |
Locklin started his pro career with the American Football League (AFL)'s Oakland Raiders. He played college football at New Mexico State University.