TOTAL VOLUME:
$154.4b
24H VOL:
$290,393,159
24H TRANSACTIONS:
2,984,640,614
OPEN INTEREST:
$1,944,100,805
420,493
Markets across
40,511
events
MATCHED EVENTS:
4,612
PLATFORM COVERAGE:
5
Polymarket:
37%
VS.
Kalshi:
63%
Closed: Oct 10, 10:13 PM EST
Kalshi
This set of markets tracks how many points each team will score in an upcoming college football game. Each market represents a different scoring threshold for one of the teams, allowing participants to speculate on whether the team will exceed that specific point total.
All markets resolve based on the official final point total scored by Memphis or UAB in the college football game scheduled for October 10, 2026. For any market where the specified team scores strictly more than the listed threshold (e.g., 'over 16.5 points'), the market resolves to 'Yes.' If the game is postponed but commences within 48 hours of the original start time, the markets remain active and resolve according to the final result. If the game does not start within this 48-hour window, all markets resolve to a fair price, ensuring equitable treatment for all participants under unforeseen circumstances.
Typically, prediction market odds reflect the wisdom of the crowd, often aligning closely with sportsbook odds, but sometimes diverging based on unique information or perspectives held by traders. Sportsbooks set their lines based on statistical models and expert analysis, while this market incorporates a broader range of opinions and potential insights from participants. It’s common to see initial discrepancies, with prediction markets potentially adjusting more quickly to new information or shifts in sentiment than traditional sportsbooks. However, as the event approaches, the odds on Kalshi tend to converge with those offered by major sportsbooks.
On Kalshi, this market is priced through a continuous double auction, meaning traders buy and sell contracts representing different team total outcomes. The price of each contract reflects the market's collective belief about the probability of that outcome occurring. As more traders participate, the prices adjust to reflect the evolving consensus. On Kalshi, prices reflect that venue's order book, liquidity, and how traders price the outcome right now. The market depth and trading volume indicate the level of confidence and activity surrounding each possible team total. Traders aim to profit by accurately predicting the final team totals and capitalizing on any mispricing they identify in the market.
This market resolves around Oct 11, 2026, with the outcome confirmed once the event is verifiable from credible public reporting. The final team totals for both UAB and Memphis will be sourced from official game statistics. The market will settle based on whether the actual team totals exceed or fall short of the contract values traded on Kalshi. Resolution will occur promptly after the completion of the game, ensuring a timely and accurate determination of the winning contracts. Traders should monitor official sources for the final results to understand the market's settlement.
Several signals could significantly impact this market. Any news regarding key player injuries for either UAB or Memphis would likely cause price fluctuations, as would changes in weather forecasts potentially affecting the game's scoring environment. Significant line movements in major sportsbooks could also influence trading activity on Kalshi. Unexpected announcements about coaching strategies or team morale could also shift market sentiment. Finally, late-breaking news regarding player availability or any controversies surrounding the teams could lead to substantial changes in the odds before the game takes place.