Love James Tolbert (born March 12, 1944) is a former professional American football player who played

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for eleven years in the

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and in the

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from 1966 through 1976. Before his professional career, Tolbert played for Lincoln University of Missouri.

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1944 births Living people People from Fairfield, Alabama Sportspeople from Jefferson County, Alabama American football cornerbacks San Diego Chargers players Houston Oilers players St. Louis Cardinals (football) players Lincoln Blue Tigers football players American Football League players {{defensiveback-1940s-stub

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