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Closed: Sep 26, 10:16 PM EST
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This market tracks which team will score more points in a specific quarter of a college football game between Oregon and USC. It focuses exclusively on performance during the third quarter, ignoring the overall game result. The outcome depends solely on the points each team scores between the start of the third quarter and the end of that same quarter.
If USC wins the 3rd quarter of the Oregon vs USC college football game originally scheduled for Sep 26, 2026, then the market resolves to Yes. If Oregon wins the 3rd quarter of the Oregon vs USC college football game originally scheduled for Sep 26, 2026, then the market resolves to Yes. If neither team wins the 3rd quarter of the Oregon vs USC college football game originally scheduled for Sep 26, 2026, then the market resolves to Yes.
Generally, prediction market odds reflect the wisdom of the crowd and can often be more accurate than traditional sportsbook odds, especially as the event approaches. Sportsbooks set initial lines to balance action, while this market’s prices are driven purely by individuals willing to put their capital at risk. However, sportsbook odds are readily available and provide a useful benchmark. Discrepancies can arise due to differing opinions, information advantages held by market participants, or simply variations in how risk is assessed. It’s common to see this market move independently of sportsbook lines as new information emerges.
On Kalshi, this market is priced using a continuous double auction. Traders buy and sell contracts representing each possible outcome – Oregon winning the 3rd quarter or USC winning the 3rd quarter. The price of a contract reflects the probability of that outcome occurring, as perceived by the market participants. On Kalshi, prices reflect that venue's order book, liquidity, and how traders price the outcome right now. As more people buy contracts for a particular team, the price increases, and the implied probability of that team winning rises. Conversely, selling contracts lowers the price and the implied probability. This dynamic pricing mechanism allows the market to quickly incorporate new information and reflect changing expectations.
This market resolves around Sep 27, 2026, with the outcome confirmed once the event is verifiable from credible public reporting. Specifically, the official result of which team won the 3rd quarter of the Oregon vs USC football game will determine the winning contract. The platform will verify the result against official sources to ensure accuracy. All outstanding contracts for the winning team will pay out at a price of 100, while contracts for the losing team will expire worthless. Traders should monitor official results to understand the final outcome of this market.
Several factors could influence the price movement of this market. Any news regarding injuries to key players on either the Oregon or USC teams would likely have a significant impact. Changes in weather forecasts, particularly if they favor one team's playing style, could also shift the probabilities. Unexpected announcements about coaching strategies or team morale could also move the market. Finally, as the game draws closer, any public statements from analysts or experts offering their predictions might influence trader behavior and alter the prices within this market.