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Former Chargers DB Joe Beauchamp Dies at Age 76

Former San Diego Chargers defensive back Joe Beauchamp, who is sixth on the team's all-time career interceptions list, died Wednesday at the age of 76.

Per a team press release, Beauchamp's three interceptions Sept. 24, 1972 against the Denver Broncos ties a team record for most picks in one game. He's also fourth in interception return yards and pick-sixes.

The former Iowa State star played in San Diego from 1966-1975. He had a career-high six interceptions in 1972, with one returned for a score. His other two pick-sixes came during the 1968 season, when he had five interceptions overall.