TOTAL VOLUME:
$134.1b
24H VOL:
$133,388,117
24H TRANSACTIONS:
2,388,728,490
OPEN INTEREST:
$1,436,095,462
405,232
Markets across
30,526
events
MATCHED EVENTS:
2,693
PLATFORM COVERAGE:
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Polymarket:
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61%
Closed: Sep 20, 11:57 PM EST
Kalshi
These markets track the defensive performance of both teams in an upcoming football game by measuring how many times each team successfully sacks the opposing quarterback. The outcomes depend on whether specific sack thresholds are met during the game.
All markets resolve based on the official number of sacks recorded by each team during the Pro Football game between Indianapolis and Kansas City scheduled for September 20, 2026. Sacks recorded during 2-point conversion attempts are excluded from all counts. If the game is postponed but commences within 48 hours of its original start time, all markets remain open and resolve according to the final official result. If the game fails to start within the 48-hour window, all markets resolve to a fair price, ensuring equitable treatment for all participants regardless of the specific threshold being tracked.
Often, prediction market odds reflect the wisdom of the crowd and can differ from those offered by traditional sportsbooks. Sportsbooks set their lines based on internal models and risk management, while this market represents the collective forecast of informed traders. Discrepancies can arise due to differing opinions on player injuries, weather conditions, or strategic adjustments. If you find a significant difference between the odds on Kalshi and those at a sportsbook, it might signal an opportunity for arbitrage or indicate that the market believes the sportsbook's odds are miscalibrated.
On Kalshi, this market is priced through a continuous order book where traders buy and sell contracts representing their beliefs about the number of sacks. The price of each contract fluctuates based on supply and demand, with higher prices indicating a greater probability of that outcome occurring. On Kalshi, prices reflect that venue's order book, liquidity, and how traders price the outcome right now. Traders are incentivized to provide accurate predictions, as profitable traders are rewarded and those with inaccurate forecasts risk losing capital. This dynamic pricing mechanism aims to reflect the most up-to-date information and collective intelligence regarding the game's potential sack total.
This market resolves around Sep 21, 2026, with the outcome confirmed once the final number of sacks in the Indianapolis versus Kansas City game is verifiable from credible public reporting. The official game statistics, as reported by a major sports data provider, will be used to determine the winning outcome. Traders will be able to see the final result and any payouts on Kalshi shortly after the game concludes and the official statistics are released. The market will then be considered settled and closed for trading.
Several factors could influence the price of this market before it resolves. Any news regarding key defensive players for either team, such as injuries or changes in playing time, would likely cause significant movement. Unexpected weather forecasts, particularly those predicting heavy rain or strong winds, could also impact the number of sacks, as they affect passing plays. Finally, any late-breaking analysis from football experts suggesting a shift in the teams' offensive or defensive strategies could also contribute to fluctuations in this market.