TOTAL VOLUME:
$154.3b
24H VOL:
$228,458,490
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2,984,028,936
OPEN INTEREST:
$1,879,276,037
410,833
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PLATFORM COVERAGE:
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Polymarket:
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Closed: Oct 31, 5:14 PM EST
Kalshi
This set of markets tracks the point differential in the first half of an upcoming college football game, allowing participants to speculate on whether one team will establish a significant lead over the other before halftime. Outcomes are determined solely by the score at the end of the first half, with various thresholds defining different market resolutions.
All markets resolve based solely on points scored during the first half of the Northwestern vs Oregon college football game scheduled for October 31, 2026. A 'Yes' outcome occurs if the specified team's lead exceeds the designated point margin by the end of the first half. If the game is postponed but commences within 48 hours of its original start time, all markets remain active and resolve according to the actual first-half result. Should the game fail to start within this 48-hour window, all markets resolve to a fair price, reflecting equitable settlement considering all available information up to that point. The markets exclusively consider first-half performance, with no regard for the final full-game outcome.
Typically, prediction market odds reflect the wisdom of the crowd and can differ from traditional sportsbook odds. Sportsbooks often set initial lines to balance action, while this market’s price is driven purely by supply and demand from traders expressing their beliefs about the likely outcome. If a significant number of traders believe Oregon will cover the spread, the price will move in that direction, potentially diverging from initial sportsbook offerings. It’s common to see prediction markets more accurately forecast event outcomes than traditional odds, though discrepancies can occur.
This market resolves around Oct 31, 2026, with the outcome confirmed once the event is verifiable from credible public reporting. Specifically, the final point spread of the first half of the Northwestern vs Oregon football game will be used to determine which contracts payout. The official result, as reported by a trusted sports data source, will be the determining factor for settlement. Traders holding contracts on the correct spread will receive a payout, while those holding contracts on incorrect spreads will not.
Several signals could significantly move this market. Any news regarding key player injuries to either Northwestern or Oregon would likely cause a shift in the spread. Changes in weather forecasts, particularly if they suggest adverse conditions impacting the passing or running game, could also influence trading activity. Furthermore, late-breaking news about team strategies or coaching decisions could impact market sentiment. Public perception, as reflected in polls or expert analyses, might also contribute to price movements in this market.