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$228,458,490
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Closed: Oct 18, 4:24 PM EST
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This event tracks the number of receptions recorded by specific Baltimore and Cleveland players in an upcoming NFL game. Participants can bet on whether each player's reception count will trigger a specific payout structure based on a per-reception rate, with a maximum payout limit.
This event comprises four separate scalar markets, each tied to a different player’s reception performance in the same Baltimore vs. Cleveland NFL game scheduled for October 18, 2026. For each market, Yes contracts pay $0.05 per reception recorded by the designated player, with payouts capped at $1.00 and limited to a maximum of 20 receptions. The No contracts pay $1.00 minus the Yes payout. Payouts are proportional to the holder’s position size, meaning that if a player records eight receptions, Yes contracts pay $0.40 and No contracts pay $0.60; eleven receptions result in Yes paying $0.55 and No paying $0.45, while zero receptions yield $0.00 for Yes and $1.00 for No. All markets operate independently, with each resolving based solely on the reception count of its respective player. The structure ensures that Yes payouts increase linearly with receptions up to the cap, while No payouts decrease correspondingly. Kalshi explicitly disclaims any affiliation with the NFL, and all trademarks remain the property of their respective owners.
Typically, prediction market odds reflect the wisdom of the crowd, often differing from initial sportsbook lines. Sportsbooks set their odds based on models and public perception, aiming to balance action on both sides. This market, however, allows individuals to trade based on their own analysis and information. As more information becomes available – such as injury reports or weather forecasts – the prices in this market can adjust more rapidly than traditional sportsbook odds. It's common to see discrepancies, especially as the event draws closer and more informed traders participate.
On Kalshi, this market is priced through a continuous order book, where traders buy and sell contracts representing different outcomes. The price of each contract reflects the probability of that outcome occurring, as perceived by the market participants. Buyers are expressing confidence in an outcome, driving the price up, while sellers are expressing doubt, pushing the price down. On Kalshi, prices reflect that venue's order book, liquidity, and how traders price the outcome right now. The market dynamically adjusts as new information emerges and traders update their beliefs, resulting in a real-time assessment of probabilities. The more contracts purchased for a specific outcome, the higher its price will climb.
This market resolves around Oct 18, 2026, with the outcome confirmed once the final reception totals for players in the Baltimore vs Cleveland game are verifiable from credible public reporting. The official NFL statistics will serve as the basis for determining which contracts settle in the money. The market will then pay out to contract holders based on whether their predicted reception totals were accurate. All trading will cease once the official results are available, and the settlement process will begin shortly thereafter.
Several factors could significantly impact this market. Any news regarding injuries to key wide receivers or tight ends on either the Browns or the Ravens would likely cause substantial price movement. Changes in weather forecasts, particularly if they predict heavy rain or strong winds, could also influence expectations regarding passing volume and therefore receptions. Unexpected coaching decisions or shifts in offensive strategies could also play a role. Finally, late-breaking news about player matchups or defensive schemes could lead to adjustments in the prices within this market.