Allen is 31, around the age that talent evaluators start looking for a decline in play to support a potential reduction in pay. Allen, who was promoting an upcoming event for his Homes for Wounded Warriors charity, still was a difference-making pass rusher last season with 12 sacks. He said he's not focused on his contract, but his performance this season will determine if he gets another huge signing bonus or a lower-cost, short-term contract like the one Dwight Freeney signed with the San Diego Chargers this offseason.