Langston Branden Walker (born September 3, 1979) is a former American football

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in the National Football League. He was drafted by the

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in the second round of the

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and has also played for the

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. Walker played

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at California. He resides in his hometown of Oakland.

Early years

Walker attended Bishop O’Dowd High School where he was an all-state offensive lineman, having helped Bishop O’Dowd to a 10-1 record as a senior after an 11-2 mark the previous year. He also played defense as a lineman.

Professional career

First stint with Raiders

Walker was frequently used as a

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blocker. He blocked a potential game-winning field goal against the Denver Broncos on November 28, 2004

Buffalo Bills

Walker was the starting right tackle for the Bills since coming to Buffalo as an unrestricted free agent March 2, 2007. Walker and the Bills agreed to a 5-year, $25 million contract with a $10 million signing bonus. Walker started all 16 games in 2007. He was part of offensive line that allowed only 26 sacks, the fewest allowed by Buffalo since sacks became an official NFL statistic in 1982. He helped pave the way for over 100 yards rushing in 11 of 16 games and a 112.5 yards per game rushing average. In 2008 Walker hosted the internet series 68 Seconds with Langston Walker. Despite being expected to replace Jason Peters at left tackle in 2009, the Bills released Walker after failed attempts to trade him on September 8.

Second stint with Raiders

Walker was re-signed by the

on October 14, 2009 and assigned No. 70. He was re-signed on April 2, 2010.

References

External links

Buffalo Bills bioOakland Raiders bio
{{DEFAULTSORT:Walker, Langston 1979 births Living people Players of American football from Oakland, California American football offensive tackles American football offensive guards American football tight ends California Golden Bears football players Oakland Raiders players Buffalo Bills players