TOTAL VOLUME:
$154.4b
24H VOL:
$235,918,089
24H TRANSACTIONS:
2,984,028,936
OPEN INTEREST:
$1,884,820,873
413,109
Markets across
40,428
events
MATCHED EVENTS:
4,364
PLATFORM COVERAGE:
5
Polymarket:
37%
VS.
Kalshi:
63%
Closed: Oct 4, 2:50 PM EST
Kalshi
This set of markets focuses on predicting the margin of victory for either the NY Jets or the CHI Bears in the first half of their upcoming football game. Each market corresponds to a specific point differential threshold that determines the outcome.
The markets resolve based on the point differential in the first half of the NY Jets vs CHI Bears Pro Football game scheduled for October 4, 2026. Each market specifies a different point spread threshold, with outcomes determined solely by points scored during the first half of play. If the specified team wins by more than the designated margin, the corresponding market resolves to 'Yes'; otherwise, it resolves to 'No'. All markets are independent, allowing for multiple resolutions depending on the actual point differential. The governing body's official scoring and game results are used to determine outcomes, and Kalshi disclaims any official affiliation with the league.
Generally, prediction markets like Kalshi often reflect information and insights different from those priced into traditional sportsbook odds. Sportsbooks set lines to balance action and incorporate a profit margin, while this market aggregates the collective wisdom of traders who are incentivized to be accurate. You may find that this market’s implied probabilities differ from those offered by sportsbooks, particularly as new information emerges or public sentiment shifts. It’s common to see discrepancies, especially closer to the event, as traders react to late-breaking news or injury reports.
On Kalshi, this market is priced through a continuous order book where traders buy and sell contracts representing different point spreads for the first half of the Jets-Bears game. The price of each contract reflects the market’s assessment of the probability of that spread occurring. On Kalshi, prices reflect that venue's order book, liquidity, and how traders price the outcome right now. Traders are constantly adjusting their bids and asks based on their own analysis and expectations, creating a dynamic pricing mechanism. The more a particular spread is bought, the higher its price rises, and vice versa. This process ultimately determines the implied probabilities displayed on the dashboard.
This market resolves around Oct 4, 2026, with the outcome confirmed once the official first half spread of the Jets-Bears game is verifiable from credible public reporting. The resolution will be based on the official result reported by the relevant sports league and verified by Kalshi. The final price of the contracts will reflect whether the actual spread fell within the range of the purchased contracts. Traders holding contracts on the correct spread will receive a payout, while those on incorrect spreads will not.
Several factors could influence the price of this market. Any news regarding injuries to key players on either the Jets or the Bears would likely cause significant movement. Changes in weather conditions, particularly if they are expected to impact the passing or running game, could also shift the market. Unexpected news about team strategy or coaching decisions might also play a role. Finally, large trading volume from informed traders could indicate a shift in sentiment and move the price, so monitoring the volume on Kalshi is important.