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Closed: Sep 13, 7:49 PM EST
Kalshi
These markets focus on predicting which specific player will score the first touchdown in an upcoming football game. Each market is tied to an individual player, and the outcome depends on whether that player achieves the first scoring play. The rules account for scenarios where players may not participate or the game ends without any touchdowns.
Each market resolves to Yes only if the specified player scores the first touchdown of the game. If the player is active but does not take a snap, the market settles at the fair market price before the game starts. Once a player takes a snap—regardless of whether the play is nullified by a penalty—the market outcome is determined solely by whether that player scores the first touchdown. If no touchdowns are scored in the game, the No Touchdown market resolves to Yes, and all player-specific markets resolve to No. These conditions apply uniformly across all player markets for this event.
Generally, prediction market odds tend to reflect the wisdom of the crowd, often aligning with but sometimes diverging from traditional sportsbook odds. Sportsbooks set initial lines based on statistical models and expert analysis, while this market’s pricing is driven by the collective predictions of individual traders. If a significant number of traders believe a sportsbook is undervaluing or overvaluing a particular player’s chances, the odds in this market will adjust accordingly. Discrepancies can arise due to differing information sources, biases, or simply varying interpretations of the available data.
On Kalshi, this market is priced using a continuous double auction. Traders buy and sell contracts representing the probability of each player scoring the first touchdown. As more people buy a contract, its price increases, indicating a higher perceived probability. Conversely, selling pressure lowers the price. On Kalshi, prices reflect that venue's order book, liquidity, and how traders price the outcome right now. The price of a contract reflects the market’s collective assessment of that player’s likelihood of success. This dynamic pricing mechanism allows the market to quickly incorporate new information and adjust probabilities in real-time, creating a constantly evolving view of the potential outcome.
This market resolves around Sep 14, 2026, with the outcome confirmed once the event is verifiable from credible public reporting. Specifically, the player who is officially credited with scoring the first touchdown in the Arizona versus Los Angeles game will determine the winning contract. The official game statistics, as maintained by the league, will serve as the definitive record for resolution. Any scoring plays subject to review will be resolved based on the official ruling of the game officials. The outcome will be determined based on the official game record.
Several factors could influence the pricing of this market. News regarding player injuries, changes in team strategy, or even weather conditions could all shift trader sentiment. A key player being ruled out with an injury would likely increase the odds of other players scoring first. Unexpected reports about a player’s health or playing time could also cause significant price movements. Furthermore, any pre-game analysis or expert opinions that gain traction could sway the market’s collective prediction, leading to adjustments in the contract prices.