1.   If nothing else, signing gives Griffin one less thing to worry about while waiting for the next change to his life.

2.   Philadelphia Eagles Vice President Joe Banner said signing bonuses gives large market franchises a slight advantage.

3.   His signing gives the Panthers three of the most celebrated players in college football last season.

4.   His signing gives the Bills three starters acquired during the offseason.

5.   His signing gives the Flyers five centers, including Keith Primeau, newly acquired Jiri Dopita, Daymond Langkow and Kent Manderville.

6.   Stiff congressional opposition meant little chance of ratification, but signing the treaties gave the United States a prominent voice in fashioning the treaties.