TOTAL VOLUME:
$154.3b
24H VOL:
$228,458,490
24H TRANSACTIONS:
2,984,028,936
OPEN INTEREST:
$1,879,276,037
410,833
Markets across
40,345
events
MATCHED EVENTS:
4,363
PLATFORM COVERAGE:
5
Polymarket:
37%
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Kalshi:
63%
Closed: Oct 31, 5:20 PM EST
Kalshi
These markets track how decisively either team performs in the first half of an upcoming college football game, focusing specifically on the point differential at halftime. Each market represents a different threshold of points by which a team must win the first half to settle the bet.
All markets resolve based solely on points scored during the first half of play in the New Mexico vs San Jose State college football game scheduled for October 31, 2026. A market resolves to 'Yes' if the specified team wins the first half by more than the stated point margin. If the game is postponed but commences within 48 hours of its original scheduled start time, all open markets remain active and resolve according to the official halftime result. Should the game fail to start within this 48-hour window, all markets resolve to a fair price, meaning neither 'Yes' nor 'No' outcomes are enforced but rather settled equitably based on market conditions and available information at that time.
Generally, prediction market odds tend to reflect the wisdom of the crowd, often proving more accurate than traditional sportsbook odds, particularly as an event approaches. Sportsbooks set lines based on their own models and aim to balance action on both sides, while this market aggregates the beliefs of many individual traders. However, initial sportsbook lines can sometimes influence early movement in this market. Discrepancies can arise due to differing opinions on team news, injuries, or other factors impacting the game, and the level of public interest in this particular matchup.
This market resolves around Oct 31, 2026, with the outcome confirmed once the official result of the first half spread in the New Mexico vs San Jose State game is verifiable from credible public reporting. The final point spread will be determined by the official game statistics, and the market will settle based on which contract's spread most accurately reflects the actual result. Traders holding contracts on the correct spread will receive a payout, while those on incorrect spreads will forfeit their investment.
Several factors could significantly influence this market. Any news regarding key player injuries or suspensions for either New Mexico or San Jose State would likely cause movement. Changes in weather conditions, particularly if they favor one team's style of play, could also impact trading activity. Unexpected announcements about coaching strategies or team morale could also shift the perceived probabilities. Finally, large volume trades from informed individuals or groups could create short-term price fluctuations in this market.