Kalshi NFL Week 7 Game Winner Volume
The world of NFL betting has witnessed a significant surge in recent weeks, with Kalshi attracting over $284.6M in volume on game winner volume for the 15-game Week 7 slate. This marks a slight uptick from last week’s $277.7M, with primetime games and nail-biters continuing to drive interest among traders. According to Dr. Rachel Kim, a sports economist at Harvard University, “The NFL’s ability to consistently deliver exciting matchups has been a key factor in the growth of sports betting, with fans and traders alike eager to get in on the action.”
Kalshi’s NFL Markets
The platform’s game winner markets for NFL Week 7 were a major draw, with 11 of the 15 games breaking the $10M mark. As noted by Tom Harris, a sports betting analyst, “The combination of competitive matchups and the potential for upsets has created a perfect storm of interest in NFL betting, with Kalshi’s markets at the forefront of this trend.” The early part of the Sunday slate was a bit of a snoozer, with just two of the six games breaking $10M as a result. However, games that went down to the wire, such as the Giants vs. Broncos and Falcons vs. 49ers, saw significant trading interest.
Key Highlights
Some of the standout performers from Week 7 included:
- Steelers vs. Bengals: $41.9M
- Giants vs. Broncos: $32M
- Falcons vs. 49ers: $32.1M
- Buccaneers vs. Lions: $42.2M
These games demonstrate the potential for significant trading volume when the outcome is uncertain, and the scores are close.
Volume Up Slightly As Lopsided Scoring Trend Continues
The Week 7 slate was marked by several lopsided games, with just six of the 15 contests decided by a score or less. Despite this, 11 games managed to break $10M on their own, with the late Sunday afternoon contest between the Giants and Broncos being a notable example. As Dr. John Lee, a professor of sports management at the University of California, notes, “The NFL’s scheduling format, which emphasizes divisional matchups and rivalries, helps to create a sense of uncertainty and unpredictability, which is a key driver of betting interest.”
College Games
College football also followed a similar pattern, with the Louisville vs. Miami game pulling in over $22.3M in volume on Kalshi. The Alabama vs. Tennessee game, on the other hand, saw significantly less interest, with just $7.5M in volume. This highlights the importance of competitive matchups and the potential for upsets in driving betting interest.
What Else Is Trending On Kalshi?
While football remains a major draw for Kalshi, the platform also offers a range of other markets, including:
- World Series: Game 1 comes our way on Friday night as the Dodgers square off with the Blue Jays.
- Government Shutdown: Still going, and it doesn’t appear that a resolution is happening soon.
- Bitcoin Pricing: It has been a wild ride for the largest cryptocurrency by market cap over the past few weeks.
- Louvre Heist: Kalshi is very in tune with the news cycle, with a contract on when and if the thieves will face charges.
- Oscar Nominations: If you’re looking for something lighter, the market for Best Picture nominations has been active.
These markets demonstrate the diversity of Kalshi’s offerings and the platform’s ability to respond quickly to changing events and trends.
As the NFL season continues to unfold, it will be interesting to see how Kalshi’s markets respond to the latest developments. With the platform’s commitment to providing a range of exciting and competitive markets, it’s likely that we’ll see continued growth and interest in sports betting. As Tom Harris notes, “The key to success in sports betting is to stay agile and adapt to changing circumstances, and Kalshi has consistently demonstrated its ability to do just that.” With the NFL season heating up, it’s an exciting time for sports fans and traders alike, and Kalshi is at the forefront of this trend.
