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$154.3b
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$228,458,490
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2,984,028,936
OPEN INTEREST:
$1,879,276,037
410,833
Markets across
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PLATFORM COVERAGE:
5
Polymarket:
37%
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Kalshi:
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Closed: Oct 4, 4:49 PM EST
Kalshi
This set of markets tracks the number of receptions achieved by various players in a specific football game between Jacksonville and Cincinnati. Each player's market pays out based on their exact reception count, with increasing rewards for higher performance.
Each market operates as a scalar prediction mechanism where Yes contracts pay out according to a predefined schedule tied to the number of receptions a specified player achieves in the game. The payout structure is progressive, offering incremental rewards up to a maximum of $1.00 for achieving 14 or more receptions. The Yes payout is calculated using the formula floor(10000 x (min(s, 14) / 14)^3) / 10000, where 's' represents the official number of receptions recorded. Conversely, each No contract pays $1.00 minus the corresponding Yes payout, ensuring a balanced risk-reward dynamic. All markets resolve to Yes if the specified condition is met, with payouts capped at $1.00 for Yes contracts. The structure applies uniformly across all player-specific markets, maintaining consistency in calculation and resolution methodology.
Typically, prediction market odds reflect the wisdom of the crowd, often differing from initial sportsbook lines which are set by analysts. Sportsbooks often incorporate a 'vig' or commission into their odds, while this market aims to represent the true probability of an outcome as assessed by traders. As more information becomes available – such as injury reports or weather forecasts – both prediction market prices and sportsbook odds will adjust. However, prediction markets can sometimes be more accurate than traditional polls or expert opinions, especially closer to the event date. It's a different way to gauge expectations.
On Kalshi, this market is priced through a continuous order book where traders buy and sell contracts representing different possible outcomes for the total receptions in the Jacksonville vs Cincinnati game. The price of each contract reflects the market's collective belief about the 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 those who correctly anticipate market movements. As demand for a particular outcome increases, its price rises, and vice versa, creating a dynamic and responsive pricing mechanism. This allows the market to quickly incorporate new information.
This market resolves around Oct 4, 2026, with the outcome confirmed once the event is verifiable from credible public reporting. The final number of receptions by players on both the Jacksonville and Cincinnati teams will be used to determine the winning contracts. Official NFL statistics will serve as the basis for verification. Traders who hold contracts corresponding to the actual total receptions will be paid out according to the contract’s value at resolution. It’s important to monitor the game closely as it nears completion to understand potential outcomes.
Several factors could significantly impact this market. Any news regarding key player injuries on either the Jacksonville or Cincinnati teams would likely cause price fluctuations. Changes in weather forecasts, particularly conditions that might favor passing or running plays, could also move the market. Unexpected coaching decisions or strategic shifts announced before the game could also influence trader sentiment. Finally, late-breaking news about player matchups or defensive schemes could lead to adjustments in contract prices. Monitoring these signals will be crucial for traders looking to capitalize on market movements.