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$154.3b
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$219,029,434
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$1,869,293,526
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Closed: Oct 4, 6:08 PM EST
Kalshi
This set of markets focuses on predicting the margin of victory for the Kansas City Chiefs versus the Las Vegas Raiders during the second quarter of their scheduled game. Each market corresponds to a different point differential threshold that must be exceeded for the outcome to be considered a win.
All markets resolve based solely on the point differential between the Kansas City Chiefs and the Las Vegas Raiders at the end of the second quarter of the game scheduled for October 4, 2026. Each market specifies a different threshold that the winning team must exceed for the market to resolve as 'Yes'. If the Chiefs win by more than the specified margin, the corresponding 'KC Chiefs wins by over X points' market resolves to 'Yes'. Conversely, if the Raiders win by more than the specified margin, the relevant 'LV Raiders wins by over X points' market resolves to 'Yes'. Only points scored during the second quarter count toward these resolutions, and no other quarters or overtime periods are considered. The markets are independent, meaning each threshold must be evaluated separately, and a single game's outcome can satisfy multiple markets if the point differential exceeds multiple thresholds.
Prediction market odds often reflect the collective wisdom of a diverse group of traders, and can sometimes differ from those offered by traditional sportsbooks. Sportsbooks set their lines based on models and risk management, while this market is driven by individuals willing to put their capital behind their beliefs. It’s common to see discrepancies, especially as new information emerges or public sentiment shifts. Examining these differences can be insightful, as they highlight where the crowd believes there might be value or mispricing relative to the sportsbook's initial assessment.
On Kalshi, this market is priced through a continuous order book where traders buy and sell contracts representing their predictions on the 2nd quarter spread. The price of a contract reflects the probability of that spread 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. Traders are incentivized to provide accurate predictions, as they profit if their contracts are aligned with the eventual outcome. The more traders who believe a particular spread is likely, the higher the price of contracts representing that outcome will climb.
This market resolves around Oct 4, 2026, with the outcome confirmed once the final point spread for the second quarter of the Chiefs-Raiders game is verifiable from credible public reporting. The resolution will be based on the official game statistics as reported by the NFL. Traders holding contracts corresponding to the correct spread will receive a payout, while those holding contracts on incorrect spreads will not. The market’s final price will reflect the collective prediction of all traders leading up to the game's conclusion.
Several factors could influence the price of this market. Any news regarding key player injuries for either the Chiefs or the Raiders would likely cause significant movement. Changes in weather forecasts, particularly if they suggest conditions favorable to one team's style of play, could also impact trading activity. Unexpected announcements about coaching strategies or team dynamics might also play a role. Finally, large volume trades from informed individuals could signal shifts in sentiment and lead to price adjustments in this market.