Jets sign OLB Antwan Barnes -- officially
San Diego Chargers linebacker Antwan Barnes looks on during a game against the Denver Broncos. Credit: AP, 2011
Antwan Barnes officially is a New York Jet, a source confirmed to Newsday.
The former Chargers outside linebacker signed a three-year deal worth about $4 million.
But in the end, the Jets pulled off the deal.
The Broncos and Dolphins also were reportedly interested in the pass-rush specialist, who registered 18.5 sacks the past three seasons.
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