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24H VOL:
$235,918,089
24H TRANSACTIONS:
2,984,028,936
OPEN INTEREST:
$1,884,820,873
413,109
Markets across
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events
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PLATFORM COVERAGE:
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Kalshi:
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Closed: Oct 11, 11:22 PM EST
Kalshi
This event tracks the performance of quarterbacks in a specific football game, focusing on their ability to throw touchdowns. Bettors can speculate on whether a player will reach certain thresholds of scoring passes during the match, reflecting expectations about the game's offensive dynamics and individual player effectiveness.
The event evaluates multiple markets centered on passing touchdowns achieved by two designated quarterbacks, Michael Penix Jr. and Tyler Huntley, in the Baltimore vs Atlanta Pro Football game scheduled for October 11, 2026. Each market corresponds to a specific threshold of passing touchdowns (1+, 2+, 3+, and 4+) for each quarterback. If the named quarterback records the specified number of passing touchdowns or more, the respective market resolves to Yes; otherwise, it resolves to No. A key secondary rule states that if a quarterback is active but does not take any snaps, the market settles at the fair market price determined before the game starts. However, once a quarterback takes at least one snap—even if the play is nullified by a penalty—the market outcome is determined solely by the actual number of passing touchdowns recorded during the game. These rules ensure that markets are resolved based on in-game performance, with provisions to handle edge cases where a player is present but does not participate in offensive plays.
Typically, prediction market odds offer a different perspective than those found at sportsbooks. Sportsbooks set lines to encourage balanced betting and incorporate a 'vig' or commission into their odds. This market, however, is driven purely by what participants believe will happen, resulting in probabilities that can diverge from sportsbook lines. While sportsbooks may initially reflect public perception, this market can quickly adjust as informed traders share their insights, potentially offering a more accurate forecast of the game’s outcome. It’s common to see differences in implied probabilities between the two.
On Kalshi, this market is priced through a continuous order book, meaning traders buy and sell contracts representing different outcomes. The price of a contract reflects the probability of that outcome occurring, as assessed by the collective wisdom of the traders. On Kalshi, prices reflect that venue's order book, liquidity, and how traders price the outcome right now. As more traders participate and new information becomes available, the prices will fluctuate, providing a dynamic assessment of the likelihood of various passing touchdown totals. The current market price is determined by the highest bid and lowest ask, creating a transparent and efficient pricing mechanism.
This market resolves around Oct 12, 2026, with the outcome confirmed once the event is verifiable from credible public reporting. The final number of passing touchdowns scored in the game will be used to determine the winning contract(s). The resolution will be based on official game statistics, ensuring a fair and accurate assessment of the event’s result. Traders will be able to see the confirmed outcome on Kalshi after the game concludes and the official statistics are released.
Several factors could influence the price of this market before it resolves. Any news regarding key player injuries, particularly to quarterbacks or wide receivers, would likely cause significant movement. Changes in weather forecasts, especially if they predict adverse conditions for passing, could also impact trading activity. Unexpected shifts in public sentiment, perhaps driven by expert analysis or media coverage, might also play a role. Finally, large-volume trades by informed participants could signal new information or a change in expectations, causing prices to adjust rapidly.