TOTAL VOLUME:
$134.1b
24H VOL:
$141,541,542
24H TRANSACTIONS:
2,388,728,490
OPEN INTEREST:
$1,440,096,988
406,065
Markets across
30,522
events
MATCHED EVENTS:
2,692
PLATFORM COVERAGE:
5
Polymarket:
39%
VS.
Kalshi:
61%
Closed: Sep 20, 3:41 PM EST
Kalshi
This set of markets focuses on predicting the margin of victory for either Cleveland or Tampa Bay specifically within the third quarter of their scheduled football game. Each market corresponds to a different point differential threshold that must be exceeded by the winning team during that quarter alone.
All markets resolve based solely on points scored during the third quarter of the Cleveland vs Tampa Bay Pro Football game scheduled for September 20, 2026. Each market specifies a different point differential threshold that must be exceeded by either Tampa Bay or Cleveland to resolve as 'Yes'. If Tampa Bay wins the third quarter by more than the specified margin—ranging from 1.5 to 10.5 points—the corresponding market resolves to 'Yes'. Similarly, if Cleveland wins the third quarter by more than the specified margin—ranging from 2.5 to 10.5 points—the respective market resolves to 'Yes'. If the actual margin does not meet or exceed the threshold for a given market, it resolves to 'No'. All markets are independent, and only points scored during the third quarter count toward resolution.
Generally, prediction markets like Kalshi often reflect information and insights different from those priced into traditional sportsbook odds. Sportsbooks set lines to balance action and ensure profit, while this market represents the collective wisdom of traders who are incentivized to accurately forecast the outcome. While sportsbook odds are readily available, this market can offer a unique perspective, potentially identifying discrepancies or incorporating information not fully captured by sportsbooks. It's important to remember that both represent probabilities, but are derived through different mechanisms.
On Kalshi, this market is priced through a continuous order book where traders buy and sell contracts. The price of a contract represents the probability of that outcome occurring. As more traders believe Tampa Bay will cover the spread, the price of contracts representing that outcome will increase, and vice versa. On Kalshi, prices reflect that venue's order book, liquidity, and how traders price the outcome right now. The current price reflects the aggregate assessment of all participants, and changes dynamically with each trade. The market depth shows the volume available at different price points, indicating the strength of conviction among traders.
This market resolves around Sep 20, 2026, with the outcome determined by the actual point spread achieved in the third quarter of the Cleveland versus Tampa Bay game. The result will be verified against credible public reporting of the game's final score. This means the market will settle based on the official game statistics, confirming whether Tampa Bay wins the 3rd quarter by over 7.5 points, or another outcome occurs. The final score will be the deciding factor for this market.
Several factors could influence the price of this market. Any news regarding injuries to key players on either team, particularly the quarterback or key defensive players, could significantly shift expectations. Changes in weather forecasts, especially if they suggest adverse conditions impacting the passing game, could also move the market. Late-breaking news about team strategy or coaching decisions might also play a role. Finally, large trading volume from informed traders could signal a shift in sentiment and drive price changes in this market.