Jake Locker is a former professional American football quarterback who played in the National Football League (NFL). He was born on June 15, 1988, in Ferndale, Washington. Locker played college football at the University of Washington, where he gained recognition for his athleticism and strong arm. He was selected by the Tennessee Titans as the eighth overall pick in the 2011 NFL Draft. During his time in the NFL, Locker played for the Titans from 2011 to 2014. He started 23 games and had a career total of 4,074 passing yards, 27 touchdowns, and 22 interceptions. Locker's career was affected by injuries, leading to his retirement after the 2014 season.