101.   On most NFL contracts, only the signing bonus is guaranteed.

102.   On the one hand, the cap, coupled with free agency, has begat huge signing bonuses.

103.   Now, the cost of the signing bonus can be spread over the next two years.

104.   One area the Patriots can improve on the Cleveland deal would be by offering a signing bonus rather than a roster bonus.

105.   One way Austin and other districts lure minority teachers is with signing bonuses.

106.   Paine Webber will stop paying signing bonuses to new brokers at the end of the year, according to people familiar with the situation.

107.   Others are receiving signing bonuses simply for accepting summer employment.

108.   Others point out that a new grad is still a very affordable hire for many companies, despite increased demand for signing bonuses.

109.   Players generally prefer a signing bonus because the money is guaranteed and paid up front.

110.   Preliminary results show that both signing bonuses and salaries are up.