Tyler Lockett says he was a virgin until 30: 'I waited until marriage'
In a league where headlines are often about flashy lifestyles and wild drama, Tyler Lockett just made waves for the exact opposite reason. The former Seahawks Pro Bowl wide receiver, now with the Tennessee Titans, revealed that he was a virgin until age 30, a decision he made out of deep Christian conviction.
Lockett shared that he waited until marriage to have sex, staying true to his values despite being a millionaire athlete in the NFL spotlight.
Tyler Lockett says his faith led him to stay celibate until marriage
While speaking candidly on a recent podcast, Lockett didn't shy away from the personal details. He revealed that he saved himself for marriage because of his religious beliefs and followed through on that promise to himself even after fame, money, and attention came calling.
'I waited until marriage,'
he said.
'I wanted to honor God, and that's what I believed was right.'
In an environment where temptation is everywhere, Lockett's choice stood out not just for what it was, but for how long he kept it quiet.
'People around me knew,'
he added,
'but I never made a big deal out of it.'
Let's be real, being a good-looking, wealthy wide receiver in the NFL makes his decision even more uncommon. But Lockett said he never let the culture change his mindset.
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He stuck with his beliefs, even when it felt isolating.
He finally married his longtime girlfriend Lauren in 2023, and says he doesn't regret a thing.
'It wasn't easy, but I never felt like I was missing out,'
he said.
'I just wanted to do it my way.'
Fans are shocked but they're giving him huge respect
When the news hit social media this week, fans didn't mock him, they praised him. On platforms like X, Reddit, and TikTok, many called Lockett a 'real role model,' applauding his discipline and the fact that he stayed true to himself in a world that constantly pushes the opposite.
This wasn't about shame. It wasn't about pressure. It was about choosing a path, sticking to it, and owning it once the time was right to share. Whether or not people agree with his choice, the respect for how he handled it is universal.
In a time where oversharing is everywhere, Tyler Lockett just showed the power of quiet conviction and that's a different kind of strength.
Tyler Lockett didn't go viral for a touchdown, a tweet, or a sideline moment. He went viral for honesty. For choosing faith over pressure. And for reminding everyone that sticking to your values even in a world that constantly challenges them is still worth talking about.
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