‘Barkley’s value is two-fold. He’s a veteran who they believe can get them through a few games if he needs to start, but has also been a good mentor and example for Allen. At the end of 2018, Barkley and Derek Anderson were both set to be a part of the team headed into training camp, surrounding Allen with two veterans he could continue to watch and learn from. But with Anderson’s retirement, that role fell squarely on Barkley, and he embraced it, while also being ready to play if needed. But Barkley will now enter the final year of his two-year contract, and the further Allen goes on his career the less he needs that veteran backup behind him. Barkley will be on the roster when the team reports to training camp, and should be the No. 2, but he’s also scheduled to make $2 million next season.’