TOTAL VOLUME:
$154.4b
24H VOL:
$230,589,906
24H TRANSACTIONS:
2,984,028,936
OPEN INTEREST:
$1,885,293,300
410,482
Markets across
40,213
events
MATCHED EVENTS:
4,340
PLATFORM COVERAGE:
5
Polymarket:
37%
VS.
Kalshi:
63%
Closed: Oct 25, 5:27 PM EST
Kalshi
This market focuses on predicting which team will score the first touchdown in an upcoming professional football game. It covers all possible scoring scenarios, including offensive plays, defensive returns, and special teams. The outcome depends solely on the first touchdown scored, regardless of when it occurs in the game, including overtime periods.
The market determines which team scores the first touchdown in the Denver vs Arizona Pro Football game scheduled for October 25, 2026. All touchdowns—including offensive, defensive, and special teams scores—are counted. If the first touchdown occurs in overtime, it still counts toward the respective team's market. Should neither team score a touchdown at any point during the game, including overtime, the "No team" market resolves as the winner. Postponements are handled such that if the game starts within 48 hours of its original scheduled time, the market remains open and resolves based on the official result. If the game does not commence within this 48-hour window, the market resolves at a fair price. Kalshi clarifies that it holds no official affiliation with the governing league, and all trademarks remain property of their respective owners.
Typically, prediction market odds tend to align with sportsbook odds, but differences can emerge due to the differing incentives of participants. Sportsbooks aim to profit from setting lines, while prediction market traders are incentivized to accurately forecast the outcome. This can lead to prediction markets reflecting a ‘wisdom of the crowd’ effect, potentially offering more accurate probabilities, especially as the event approaches. However, sportsbook odds often serve as a baseline for initial pricing in this market, and significant deviations can present arbitrage opportunities for informed traders.
On Kalshi, this market is priced using a continuous double auction, meaning traders buy and sell contracts representing each possible outcome. The price of a contract reflects the probability of that outcome occurring, as perceived by the market participants. 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 adjust dynamically. Higher prices indicate greater confidence in a particular player scoring the first touchdown, while lower prices suggest less confidence. The market depth, visible on the dashboard, shows the available buy and sell orders at different price points.
This market resolves around Oct 25, 2026, with the outcome confirmed once the event is verifiable from credible public reporting. Resolution will be based on which player officially scores the first touchdown in the Denver versus Arizona game, as determined by official game statistics. The platform will verify the result against established sports data sources to ensure accuracy and transparency. Traders holding a ‘yes’ contract for the correct player will receive a payout, while those holding contracts for incorrect players will not.
Several factors could influence this market. News regarding player injuries, particularly to key offensive players for either team, would likely cause significant shifts in probabilities. Changes in weather forecasts, such as heavy rain or strong winds, could also impact the expected game plan and affect which players are favored to score. Unexpected coaching decisions or strategic adjustments announced leading up to the game could also move the market. Finally, any late-breaking news related to player availability or team dynamics could trigger substantial price fluctuations in this market.