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416,910
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Closed: Oct 19, 10:45 PM EST
Kalshi
This set of markets focuses on predicting the margin of victory for either Washington or San Francisco specifically within the third quarter of their upcoming football game. Each market corresponds to different point differentials that must be achieved by the winning team during that quarter alone.
All markets resolve based solely on the point differential between Washington and San Francisco during the third quarter of their game scheduled for October 19, 2026. For markets where San Francisco is the designated winner, resolution occurs if San Francisco's third-quarter score exceeds Washington's by the specified margin (10.5, 7.5, 6.5, 3.5, or 2.5 points). Conversely, markets where Washington is the designated winner resolve if Washington's third-quarter score exceeds San Francisco's by the stated margin (2.5, 3.5, 6.5, 7.5, or 10.5 points). Only points scored during the third quarter count toward resolution, and all markets are independent, meaning each evaluates its specific threshold without reference to others. The markets are structured to allow participants to bet on varying degrees of dominance by either team within that single quarter.
Generally, prediction market odds tend to 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 lines based on their own models and risk management, while this market is driven by individuals buying and selling contracts based on their own analysis. It’s common to see initial discrepancies between the two, with prediction markets potentially offering a more accurate forecast as more information becomes available and trading volume increases. However, sportsbook odds remain a useful benchmark for comparison.
On Kalshi, this market is priced through a continuous order book where traders buy and sell contracts representing different point spreads for the Washington versus San Francisco game’s third quarter. The price of each contract reflects the probability of that spread occurring, as determined by supply and demand. On Kalshi, prices reflect that venue's order book, liquidity, and how traders price the outcome right now. Traders are incentivized to set accurate prices, as profitable trades depend on correctly predicting the outcome. As more traders participate, the market price generally converges towards a more accurate representation of the expected spread. This dynamic pricing mechanism allows for real-time adjustments based on new information.
This market resolves around Oct 20, 2026, with the outcome confirmed once the final point spread for the third quarter of the Washington versus San Francisco game is verifiable from credible public reporting. The resolution will be based on the official result reported by the relevant sporting authority. Traders holding contracts on the correct spread will receive a payout of 100 cents per contract, while those holding contracts on incorrect spreads will receive nothing. The final spread will be determined by the official game statistics.
Several factors could influence the price of this market before resolution. Any news regarding injuries to key players on either the Washington or San Francisco teams would likely have a significant impact. Changes in weather forecasts, particularly if they suggest adverse conditions, could also shift the spread. Unexpected news about team strategies or coaching decisions could also move the market. Finally, large trading volume from informed traders could indicate new information or a shift in sentiment, causing the price to adjust accordingly. Monitoring these signals can help traders make informed decisions.