TOTAL VOLUME:
$154.5b
24H VOL:
$271,200,656
24H TRANSACTIONS:
2,984,640,614
OPEN INTEREST:
$1,922,627,141
420,368
Markets across
40,352
events
MATCHED EVENTS:
4,484
PLATFORM COVERAGE:
5
Polymarket:
37%
VS.
Kalshi:
63%
Closed: Oct 4, 2:50 PM EST
Kalshi
This set of markets tracks how many points each team scores in the first half of an upcoming football game. Each market has a different threshold for the points a team must score for the market to resolve positively.
All markets resolve based on the total points scored by either New England or Buffalo in the first half of the game scheduled for October 4, 2026. Each market specifies a point threshold; if the specified team scores more than that threshold, the market resolves to Yes. If not, it resolves to No. All markets are independent, and each has its own resolution criteria based on the exact point total exceeded. The governing league's official scoring will determine outcomes, and Kalshi disclaims any official affiliation with the league.
Often, prediction market odds reflect a different perspective than those offered by sportsbooks. Sportsbooks set lines to balance action and incorporate a profit margin, while this market represents the collective wisdom of traders who are incentivized to make accurate predictions. You may find that this market initially disagrees with sportsbook lines, especially before significant public information is released. However, as the event approaches, the odds on Kalshi tend to converge with sportsbook odds, as both attempt to reflect the true probability of the outcome. It’s a fascinating comparison of different forecasting methods.
On Kalshi, this market is priced through a continuous auction mechanism. Traders buy and sell contracts representing their belief about whether the New England vs Buffalo 1st half total will be over or under a certain value. On Kalshi, prices reflect that venue's order book, liquidity, and how traders price the outcome right now. The price of a contract directly reflects the probability of that outcome occurring, as perceived by the market participants. As more traders participate and new information emerges, the price fluctuates, providing a dynamic assessment of the likely result. The market's efficiency stems from the incentives for traders to accurately assess and reflect the true probability.
This market resolves around Oct 4, 2026, with the outcome confirmed once the event is verifiable from credible public reporting. The final score of the first half of the New England vs Buffalo game will be used to determine whether the total points scored fall above or below the threshold defined by the market. The resolution will be based on official game statistics and verified against credible public sources. Traders holding contracts on the correct side of the outcome will receive a payout, while those on the incorrect side will forfeit their stake.
Several factors could significantly impact this market. Any news regarding injuries to key players on either the New England or Buffalo teams would likely cause a shift in the odds. Changes in weather forecasts, particularly if they suggest unfavorable playing conditions, could also influence trading activity. Unexpected news about team strategies or coaching decisions might also move the market. Finally, significant betting activity from informed traders could signal new information and lead to price adjustments on Kalshi before the game begins.