TOTAL VOLUME:
$154.4b
24H VOL:
$245,801,863
24H TRANSACTIONS:
2,984,028,936
OPEN INTEREST:
$1,902,097,102
417,059
Markets across
40,178
events
MATCHED EVENTS:
4,415
PLATFORM COVERAGE:
5
Polymarket:
37%
VS.
Kalshi:
63%
Closed: Oct 4, 7:37 PM EST
Kalshi
This set of markets focuses on predicting which player or team unit will score the first touchdown for the Denver team in an upcoming football game against San Francisco. Each market is tied to a specific participant, with outcomes determined by their performance in the game.
Each market resolves based on whether the specified player or unit scores the first touchdown for Denver in the game. If the designated participant is active but does not take any snaps, the market settles at the fair market price determined before the game starts. Once a participant takes at least one snap—regardless of whether the play is nullified by a penalty—the market outcome depends solely on whether that participant scores the first Denver touchdown. If Denver does not score any touchdowns during the game, all player-specific markets resolve to No, and the 'No Touchdown' market resolves to Yes. These rules apply uniformly across all markets, ensuring consistent resolution criteria for each participant.
Typically, prediction market odds reflect the wisdom of the crowd and can differ from traditional sportsbook odds. Sportsbooks often set initial lines to balance action, while this market allows traders to freely adjust probabilities based on information and analysis. If there's a significant discrepancy, it could indicate that the market believes the sportsbook is mispricing a particular outcome. However, as game time approaches, these odds tend to converge as more information becomes available and both markets incorporate the latest news, such as injury reports or weather conditions. It's a fascinating comparison of different forecasting methods.
On Kalshi, this market is priced through a continuous order book where traders buy and sell contracts representing their beliefs about the likelihood of each player scoring the first touchdown. The price of a contract reflects the probability of that outcome occurring; a higher price indicates a greater perceived chance. On Kalshi, prices reflect that venue's order book, liquidity, and how traders price the outcome right now. Traders are constantly updating their assessments based on new information, leading to dynamic price fluctuations. This creates a market-driven probability assessment, distinct from static odds offered by sportsbooks, and allows for trading on the perceived edge in predicting the first touchdown scorer.
This market resolves around Oct 4, 2026, following the conclusion of the Denver versus San Francisco game. The outcome will be determined by identifying the player who officially scores the first touchdown for Denver, as verified against credible public reporting of the game’s results. The official game statistics will be the source of truth for determining the winning contract in this market. Any scoring plays that are later overturned by officials will not be considered in determining the outcome, ensuring accuracy and alignment with the official game record.
Several signals could significantly impact this market. Any news regarding injuries to key Denver offensive players, particularly those likely to be involved in scoring plays, would be a major catalyst. Changes in weather forecasts, such as heavy rain or wind, could also affect the expected game plan and influence which players are favored to score. Late-breaking news about San Francisco’s defensive strategies or adjustments could also shift the probabilities. Finally, any significant shifts in public perception or expert analysis regarding Denver’s offensive capabilities could drive trading activity and move the market.