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$154.6b
24H VOL:
$333,432,169
24H TRANSACTIONS:
2,984,640,614
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$1,971,286,090
419,492
Markets across
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PLATFORM COVERAGE:
5
Polymarket:
37%
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Kalshi:
63%
Closed: Oct 10, 12:54 AM EST
Kalshi
These markets focus on predicting the outcome of a college football game between Washington State and Utah State, specifically how much one team wins by in the final quarter of play. Each market corresponds to a different point spread threshold that must be exceeded for the outcome to be considered a success.
All markets resolve based solely on points scored during the 4th quarter (excluding overtime) of the Washington St. vs Utah St. college football game scheduled for Oct 9, 2026. A 'Yes' outcome occurs if the winning team exceeds the specified point spread threshold in that quarter. If the game is postponed but starts within 48 hours of the original time, markets remain open and resolve based on the official result. If the game does not start within 48 hours, markets resolve to a fair price. All markets are independent, each with its own point spread requirement, ranging from 1.5 to 10.5 points in favor of either team.
Generally, prediction market odds tend to reflect the wisdom of the crowd, often proving more accurate than traditional sportsbook odds, especially as the event approaches. Sportsbooks often incorporate a 'vig' or commission into their odds, while Kalshi allows traders to directly assess probabilities. However, initial sportsbook lines can sometimes influence early trading in this market. It's important to remember that both represent probabilities of an outcome, but are formed through different mechanisms and may diverge based on information and participant biases.
On Kalshi, this market is priced through a continuous order book where traders buy and sell contracts representing different point spreads. The price of a contract indicates the probability of that spread occurring. As more traders buy contracts for a particular spread, the price increases, reflecting a higher perceived probability. On Kalshi, prices reflect that venue's order book, liquidity, and how traders price the outcome right now. The market depth and trading volume influence how quickly prices adjust to new information. Traders are constantly updating their assessments, leading to a dynamic and real-time representation of expectations for the 4th quarter spread.
This market resolves around Oct 10, 2026, with the outcome confirmed once the final point spread for the 4th quarter of the Washington State vs Utah State game is verifiable from credible public reporting. The resolution will be based on the official result reported by the governing body of college football. The final score differential will be used to determine which contracts pay out, based on the spread represented by each contract. Traders will then be able to claim their winnings or account for any losses based on their positions in this market.
Several factors could influence the trading activity in this market. Any news regarding injuries to key players on either Washington State or Utah State would likely cause significant movement. Changes in weather forecasts, particularly if they suggest conditions favoring one team's style of play, could also impact the spread. Late-breaking news about team strategies or coaching decisions could also shift trader sentiment. Finally, as the game draws closer, public perception and any shifts in sportsbook odds may influence trading volume and price discovery in this market.