TOTAL VOLUME:
$154.4b
24H VOL:
$230,589,906
24H TRANSACTIONS:
2,984,028,936
OPEN INTEREST:
$1,885,293,300
410,482
Markets across
40,213
events
MATCHED EVENTS:
4,340
PLATFORM COVERAGE:
5
Polymarket:
37%
VS.
Kalshi:
63%
Closed: Oct 18, 4:54 PM EST
Kalshi
This event tracks the number of receptions achieved by specific players in an upcoming football game between Pittsburgh and Tampa Bay. Contracts will pay out based on the exact count of receptions each player records during the match, following a predefined schedule that increases with each additional reception.
The event consists of four separate markets, each tied to a different player’s reception count in the same Pittsburgh vs. Tampa Bay Pro Football game scheduled for October 18, 2026. For each market, Yes contracts pay out according to a tiered schedule based on the number of receptions the designated player achieves—ranging from $0.0000 for zero receptions up to $1.0000 for 14 or more receptions. The payout formula for Yes contracts is structured as floor(10000 x (min(s, 14) / 14)^3) / 10000, where "s" represents the official number of receptions recorded by the player. No contracts pay $1.00 minus the corresponding Yes payout, ensuring that the total payout for both Yes and No contracts combined equals $1.00. Each market resolves to Yes if the specified player’s reception count matches or exceeds the threshold required for a positive payout. The event operates independently of the governing league, with all trademarks and branding belonging to their respective owners.
Typically, prediction market odds reflect the wisdom of the crowd, often differing from initial sportsbook lines. Sportsbooks set their odds based on statistical models and expert analysis, while this market incorporates a broader range of information and opinions from many traders. As more information becomes available—such as injury reports or weather forecasts—the prediction market can adjust more quickly than traditional sportsbooks, potentially offering a more accurate assessment of the likely outcome. However, sportsbook odds are often more readily available and widely publicized.
On Kalshi, this market is priced through a continuous order book where traders buy and sell contracts representing their beliefs about the outcome. The price of a contract reflects the probability of that outcome occurring, with higher prices indicating a greater perceived likelihood. On Kalshi, prices reflect that venue's order book, liquidity, and how traders price the outcome right now. Traders can place limit orders to buy or sell at specific prices, or market orders to execute trades immediately at the best available price. The market’s price dynamically adjusts based on supply and demand, providing a real-time assessment of expectations.
This market resolves around Oct 18, 2026, with the outcome confirmed once the event is verifiable from credible public reporting. Specifically, the final number of receptions for the players involved in the Pittsburgh vs Tampa Bay game will be used to determine the outcome. The official NFL statistics will serve as the basis for verification, ensuring an objective and transparent resolution process. Traders will be able to view the final result on Kalshi once it has been officially confirmed.
Several factors could significantly impact this market. Any news regarding injuries to key players on either the Pittsburgh or Tampa Bay teams would likely cause movement, as this directly affects their ability to make receptions. Changes in weather conditions, particularly if they are expected to impact the passing game, could also influence trading activity. Furthermore, significant shifts in public perception, perhaps driven by expert analysis or media coverage, could lead to changes in the market price. Unexpected coaching decisions or strategic adjustments could also play a role.