My AirPods are tracking my location

Hello,

Hmm, I don't think that he is tracking you with the AirPods, but a full reset wouldn't hurt:

Reset your AirPods

A more likely way that he could be tracking you is via the Find My app. Open the Find My app on your phone and press on People. Remove any people that you don't want to know your location:

About Find My Friends

Also be aware of the possibility of being tracked with an AirTag:

What to do if you get an alert that an AirTag, Find My network accessory, or set of AirPods is with you - Apple Support

Good luck.

No, they weren't, he set them up with his iPhone prior to giving them to you. But he has to be within close proximity to you to track you. Give them back to him.