Robert James (born July 7, 1947 in Murfreesboro, Tennessee) is a former American football defensive back who played six seasons from 1969 to 1974 for the Buffalo Bills in the National Football League. James was a three time Pro Bowler in 1972, 1973 and 1974. He ran track for Fisk College in Tennessee. James is currently a school administrator at Riverdale High School in Murfreesboro, Tennessee.