TOTAL VOLUME:
$154.6b
24H VOL:
$323,326,361
24H TRANSACTIONS:
2,984,640,614
OPEN INTEREST:
$1,969,435,260
419,363
Markets across
40,411
events
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4,612
PLATFORM COVERAGE:
5
Polymarket:
37%
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Kalshi:
63%
Closed: Oct 4, 4:16 PM EST
Kalshi
This set of markets focuses on determining whether the Buffalo Bills or New England Patriots secure a decisive lead in the final quarter of their football game. Each market evaluates different point spreads to gauge the magnitude of the potential victory for either team during that specific period.
These markets resolve based on the point differential between the Buffalo Bills and New England Patriots exclusively during the 4th quarter of their game scheduled for October 4, 2026, with overtime periods excluded from consideration. Each market corresponds to a specific point spread threshold, ranging from narrow margins like over 1.5 points to larger margins such as over 10.5 points. If the winning team exceeds the designated spread during the 4th quarter alone, the respective market resolves to 'Yes.' For instance, a market requiring the Bills to win by more than 10.5 points will only consider points scored in the final quarter, disregarding any scoring from earlier quarters or overtime. All markets operate independently, meaning each threshold must be evaluated separately against the actual 4th-quarter performance of both teams.
Typically, prediction market odds reflect the wisdom of the crowd and can differ from traditional sportsbook odds. Sportsbooks set lines based on their own models and aim to balance action on both sides, incorporating a profit margin. This market, however, is driven by individuals trading based on their own analysis and information. As more people trade, the prices tend to become more efficient and potentially more accurate than initial sportsbook offerings. It’s common to see discrepancies, especially before significant events or breaking news that impacts the perceived likelihood of different outcomes.
On Kalshi, this market is priced through a continuous order book where traders buy and sell contracts representing different point spreads for the 4th quarter. The price of each contract reflects the probability of that spread occurring, as determined by supply and demand. On Kalshi, prices reflect that venue's order book, liquidity, and how traders price the outcome right now. As more traders believe the Bills will win by a certain margin, the price of contracts reflecting that outcome will increase, while contracts predicting a smaller Bills win or a Patriots victory will decrease. This dynamic pricing mechanism allows the market to quickly incorporate new information and adjust expectations.
This market resolves around Oct 4, 2026, with the outcome confirmed once the final point spread of the 4th quarter of the Patriots versus Bills game is verifiable from credible public reporting. The resolution will be based on the official result reported by the NFL, and will determine which contracts pay out. Traders who correctly predicted the 4th quarter spread will receive a payout based on the contract price at the time of resolution. The final score differential will be the determining factor for settling this market.
Several factors could influence the price of contracts in this market before Oct 4, 2026. Any news regarding key player injuries for either the Patriots or Bills would likely cause significant movement. Changes in weather forecasts, particularly if they suggest conditions favoring one team’s style of play, could also impact trading activity. Furthermore, in-game developments during the first three quarters of the game – such as a dominant performance by one team or a series of turnovers – will undoubtedly shift expectations and influence the price of contracts in this market.