TOTAL VOLUME:
$154.5b
24H VOL:
$271,200,656
24H TRANSACTIONS:
2,984,640,614
OPEN INTEREST:
$1,922,627,141
420,368
Markets across
40,352
events
MATCHED EVENTS:
4,484
PLATFORM COVERAGE:
5
Polymarket:
37%
VS.
Kalshi:
63%
Closed: Oct 18, 9:18 PM EST
Kalshi
Two professional football teams compete in a match where special teams units can score touchdowns. The outcome depends on whether either team's special teams records at least one touchdown during the entire game, including any overtime periods.
These markets resolve based on whether the specified team's defense/special teams unit scores one or more touchdowns during the entire game, including overtime. A 'protected' designation means if the unit participates in the first half but not afterward, the contract resolves at the pre-game fair price unless the required touchdowns are scored. Participation in a play nullified by penalty does not count. Lining up for a play stopped by penalty before the snap, without participating in a subsequent play, also does not count. Passing touchdowns do not count as touchdowns scored by the passer. Team defense/special-teams selections settle on actual touchdowns, and the player participation exception does not apply to them. Kalshi is not affiliated with the governing league, and all trademarks belong to their respective owners.
Generally, prediction market odds often reflect the 'wisdom of the crowd,' potentially offering a different perspective than traditional sportsbooks. Sportsbooks set lines based on their own models and aim to balance action on both sides, while this market is driven by individuals expressing their beliefs about the likely outcome. It’s common to see discrepancies, particularly before significant events or when new information emerges. Comparing this market to sportsbook odds can be a useful exercise in assessing where public opinion diverges from professional analysis, however, it's important to remember they represent different forms of forecasting.
On Kalshi, this market is priced using a continuous double auction. Traders buy and sell contracts representing their belief about whether the total number of touchdowns scored will be over or under a certain threshold. As more traders participate, the price of these contracts fluctuates, ultimately reflecting the collective probability assigned to the event. On Kalshi, prices reflect that venue's order book, liquidity, and how traders price the outcome right now. The price represents the probability of the 'yes' outcome, with higher prices indicating a greater expectation of more touchdowns being scored. This dynamic pricing mechanism allows the market to quickly incorporate new information and adjust expectations.
This market resolves around Oct 19, 2026, with the outcome confirmed once the event is verifiable from credible public reporting. The final touchdown count from the Arizona versus Los Angeles game will be used to determine whether the 'yes' or 'no' outcome prevails. The resolution will be based on official game statistics, ensuring a transparent and objective determination of the result. Traders holding contracts on the correct side will receive a payout, while those on the incorrect side will forfeit their investment.
Several factors could influence the price of this market. Any news regarding key player injuries for either the Arizona or Los Angeles teams would likely have a significant impact, as this directly affects scoring potential. Changes in weather forecasts, particularly if severe weather is predicted, could also shift expectations. Furthermore, late-breaking news about coaching strategies or defensive adjustments could influence traders' beliefs. Even general shifts in public sentiment, reflected in social media or sports news, can contribute to price movements in this market.