Short Answer

Texas is likely to win against Ole Miss due to its home-field advantage and statistically strong defense, which the market prices at 59.0%.

1. Market Behavior & Drivers

The market's primary move, an 81.0 percentage point spike on October 12, was driven by the news announcement that No. 9 Ole Miss would face No. 7 Texas in a nationally televised game on ABC. This framing of the contest as a top-10 matchup propelled the implied probability of an Ole Miss victory from 7.0% to a peak of 88.0%.
A subsequent 19.0 point spike reported on October 13 lacks a corresponding credible source, according to research. Following the initial surge, the market has repriced significantly lower, settling near 42.0% ahead of the game. This level suggests a more tempered view of Ole Miss's chances, reflecting the team's status as the road team in a key conference game, with current information ranking Ole Miss at No. 7 and Texas at No. 19. High trading volume leading into the October 24 match indicates active price discovery around this level.
  • Since last update (about an hour ago): Confidence in the Ole Miss vs Texas market increased by +1.0pp to 8.0.
  • Model probabilities for Ole Miss remained stable at 45.5% (+0.0pp).
  • Market probabilities held steady at 42.0% (+0.0pp), with the edge at 3.5pp.
  • Texas remains the favorite, leveraging home field advantage and a statistically strong defense.
  • Ole Miss's win probability increased due to Texas's absent star edge rushers and potent offense.

Who Wins and Why

Outcome Market Model Why
Ole Miss 42.0% 45.5% Ole Miss enters on a two-game winning streak with a potent offense, benefiting from Texas's key defensive injuries.
Texas 59.0% 54.5% Texas benefits from home-field advantage and a statistically strong defense, ranking highly in national metrics.

Current Context

No. 7 Ole Miss visits No. 19 Texas in a critical SEC matchup. The game is scheduled for Saturday, October 24, 2026, at 7:30 p.m. ET/6:30 p.m. CT at Darrell K Royal–Texas Memorial Stadium in Austin, broadcast on ABC [1][2]. Ole Miss, with a 5-1 (3-1 SEC) record, enters on a two-game winning streak, including a 31-3 victory over then-No. 13 Missouri on October 17, following a 52-28 loss at Florida [1][3]. Texas, at 4-2 (1-2 SEC), has lost two straight, including their latest defeat to Florida, and aims to avoid a third consecutive loss [1][3][2]. Texas will be without star edge rusher Colin Simmons, who had 10.5 sacks and 16 tackles for loss, and backup Richard Wesley, both out with injuries [1][3][4]. Arch Manning is expected to start at quarterback for Texas, despite losing some first-team practice reps to KJ Lacey Jr. [2][4]. Other Texas personnel updates include WR Kaliq Lockett and OL Jayden Chatman as questionable, RB Derrek Cooper probable, and RB Hollywood Smothers doubtful [4]. Ole Miss lists OL Terez Davis and Brycen Sanders questionable, with several players out, including WR Izaiah Hartup, S Edwin Joseph, S MJ Preston, LB Ant Davis Jr., CB Pat Broomfield, WR Kervin Johnson Jr., S Nascar McCoy, and OL Emanuel Faulkner [1][2][4]. Texas leads the historical series 6-2, but Ole Miss won the most recent meeting 44-23 in Austin in 2013 [1][3][2]. This marks the teams' first meeting since Texas joined the SEC, and the stakes are high for Texas's CFP aspirations after consecutive losses [1][3][2].
Ole Miss's potent offense faces a depleted Texas defense. The Rebels average 37.5 points per game and recently rushed for 257 yards against Missouri, led by Trinidad Chambliss and Kewan Lacy [1][3][4]. The analytical case for Ole Miss centers on their recent offensive strength and run game efficiency, contrasted with Texas's struggles in protecting Manning and establishing an efficient run game [3][5][6][4]. Simmons's absence further removes Texas's primary pass-rush weapon against Chambliss [4]. Conversely, the analytical case for Texas highlights home-field advantage and a nationally strong pass rush, which averages 3.2 sacks per game despite the personnel losses [3][5][6][4]. Ole Miss's vulnerable pass defense, coverage issues, and poor third-down defense also provide an advantage for Texas [3][5][6][4].
Betting markets and expert opinions show a divided outlook. Sportsbook lines generally cluster around Texas -3 to -3.5, Ole Miss +3 to +3.5, with a total of 53.5, and moneyline odds approximately Texas -160/Ole Miss +139 [2][7][8][9]. A Kalshi spread market indicated Texas covering 3.5 at 47% and 2.5 at 56% [7]. A separate outcome market aggregator reported Texas around 59-60% to win and Ole Miss around 42%, reflecting roughly $1.03 million in volume and $920,000 in liquidity [8][9]. Expert views are split: CBS SportsLine projects Texas winning 29-17 and the Under 53.5, with the under hitting 58% [5][2]. However, a majority of CBS panelists select Ole Miss, and one CBS analyst recommends Ole Miss +2.5 [2]. Betting News projects Ole Miss 34-21 and recommends Ole Miss +3 [6]. ATS.io projects Texas 31-27 with Texas -3.5 [10]. Action Network recommends Texas -3 and the Over 53.5 [4].
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2. Price Chart

Historical Price (Probability)

Outcome probability
Date

3. Significant Price Movements

Notable price changes detected in the chart, along with research into what caused each movement.

Outcome: Texas

📉 October 17, 2026: 10.0pp drop

Price decreased from 68.0% to 58.0%

What happened: The primary driver for the 10.0 percentage point drop in the "Texas" outcome for the "Ole Miss vs Texas" market was the significant shift in team performance on October 17, 2026. Texas suffered a crucial home loss to Florida (27-24) after blowing a 17-3 lead, while Ole Miss secured a dominant 31-3 victory over No. 13 Missouri [1][2][3]. These outcomes caused Texas to plummet 12 spots to No. 19 and Ole Miss to rise to No. 7 in the AP Poll, fundamentally altering expectations for their upcoming game [4][5]. Social media activity, including a public call from former Texas captain Tillman Holloway for coaching changes, was a contributing accelerant, amplifying frustration that coincided with Texas's downturn [6].

Outcome: Ole Miss

📈 October 13, 2026: 19.0pp spike

Price increased from 21.0% to 40.0%

What happened: Research indicates no credible source confirming a 19.0 percentage point prediction market spike for Ole Miss in the "Ole Miss vs Texas" market on October 13, 2026 [7][8][9]. Search results instead surfaced unrelated 19.0pp moves for different teams and dates [7][8][9]. Consequently, the stated price movement appears misattributed or unsupported by available evidence. Without confirmation of the event, no primary driver, including social media activity, can be identified. Social media activity was therefore irrelevant to this unconfirmed event.

📈 October 12, 2026: 81.0pp spike

Price increased from 7.0% to 88.0%

What happened: The primary driver of market activity on October 12, 2026, was the traditional news announcement that No. 9 Ole Miss would visit No. 7 Texas in a nationally televised top-10 football matchup on October 24 at 6:30 p.m. CT on ABC [10][11]. This significant event was amplified by Texas Football on social media the same day, with their Instagram post generating notable immediate engagement [11][12]. While public money was reported as 81% on Ole Miss in betting markets by October 23, the available evidence does not identify a specific social media event or prediction market spike of 81.0 percentage points on October 12 [13]. Social media therefore served as a contributing accelerant, spreading the official game announcement.
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4. Market Data

Contract Snapshot

For the Ole Miss vs. Texas prediction market, a YES resolution occurs if Texas wins the game, and a NO resolution occurs if Texas loses. The market's event begins on Saturday, October 24, at 7:30 PM EDT. Contracts in this market accrue interest at a rate of 3.5%, and the maximum payout date is listed as October 26, 2026.

Available Contracts

Market options and current pricing

Outcome bucket Yes (price) No (price) Last trade probability
Texas $0.59 $0.42 59%
Ole Miss $0.42 $0.59 42%

Market Discussion

As of October 23, 2026, real-money prediction markets generally leaned towards Texas, with approximately 59% in winner markets and pricing Texas as a modest -3 to -3.5 favorite [1][2][3][4]. While Texas was broadly described as the favorite despite recent losses, concerns were raised regarding its offensive struggles, quarterback situation, and low yards per carry [5][6][7]. However, fan forum commentary was more divided, with arguments suggesting Texas's defense could keep the game competitive while Ole Miss's quarterback could create explosive plays [5].

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5. Trust Index

Octagon Trust Index Kalshi 83 Good

Largest single print on KXNCAAFGAME-26OCT24MISSTEX-MISS carried 35% of its $3,679 tape (window is 4% of 24h flow)

Integrity risk· Large trades

How it adds up
Integrity80% of score83Good
Trade quality20% of score81Good

Includes the cost to trade: a $10,000 order loses about 1% of the price to slippage.

Trust score83Good

Weighted blend with hard caps — a critically weak safety pillar, or a severe trading anomaly, caps the total regardless of the rest. Full methodology · About the Trust Index

Trust profile
Integrity4 screens run · 6 don't apply
Market integrity
80Good

Outcome is hard to influence

Large tradesTrade signals · medium confidence

Largest single print on KXNCAAFGAME-26OCT24MISSTEX-MISS carried 35% of its $3,679 tape (window is 4% of 24h flow)

Screened clean
Thin-volume movesNo significant move Clear
Size patternsNo distribution read Clear
2 screens not run
Outcome control · doesn't apply to this market type
Thin-leg conviction · doesn't apply to this market type
Info fairness
80Good

Structural prior — no screens apply

No suspicious activity on any screen

Screened clean
Information exposureNo concentrated group can know the outcome materially early. Clear
4 screens not run
Move vs. catalyst · doesn't apply to this market type
Longshot repricing · doesn't apply to this market type
Pre-broadcast certainty · doesn't apply to this market type
Cross-venue timing · doesn't apply to this market type
Resolution quality
92Strong

Resolution mechanism is dependable

No suspicious activity on any screen

Resolution rules read: Clear

Liquidity
87Deep

Size fills near the screen price

2 contracts · worst first

Texas87
Deep · high confidence

Typical bar range 1.7% of price over 22 traded bars

24h traded notional $22,230 · 24h
Ole Miss87
Deep · high confidence

Typical bar range 2.4% of price over 24 traded bars

24h traded notional $83,156 · 24h
Move quality
70Stable

No significant moves

2 contracts · worst first

Texas—
No significant move (6h)

Price was stable over the last 6 hours.

Ole Miss—
No significant move (6h)

Price was stable over the last 6 hours.

Rule clarity
95Clear

Counts toward Resolution quality, not here

2 contracts · worst first

Texas95
Clear · high confidence

Objective result from a trusted source (allowlist)

allowlist · Clear
Ole Miss95
Clear · high confidence

Objective result from a trusted source (allowlist)

allowlist · Clear
Trade quality
81Good

Order book supports trading

Deep and tight enough to trade efficiently.

Outcome quality 87 (notional-weighted across 2 scored legs)

$100 order: 0.5c slippage (~1% of a 41.5c contract)

$1,000 order: 0.5c slippage (~1% of a 41.5c contract)

$10,000 order: 0.5c slippage (~1% of a 41.5c contract)

Texas87Market scoreLiquidity87Move quality–Rule clarity95
Why 87
Liquidity
87 · Deep · high confidence

Typical bar range 1.7% of price over 22 traded bars

24h traded notional $22,230 · 24h
Move quality
No significant move (6h)

Price was stable over the last 6 hours.

Rule clarity
95 · Clear · high confidence

Objective result from a trusted source (allowlist)

allowlist · Clear
Ole MissPrimary87Market scoreLiquidity87Move quality–Rule clarity95
Why 87
Liquidity
87 · Deep · high confidence

Typical bar range 2.4% of price over 24 traded bars

24h traded notional $83,156 · 24h
Move quality
No significant move (6h)

Price was stable over the last 6 hours.

Rule clarity
95 · Clear · high confidence

Objective result from a trusted source (allowlist)

allowlist · Clear

underwriting_v1.4 · computed Oct 23, 2026

6. How does Ole Miss's rushing attack match up against a Texas front seven missing star edge rusher Colin Simmons for the October 24 game?

Colin Simmons Sacks (FBS leader)10.5 sacks [1]
Ole Miss Average Rushing Yards153.8 rushing yards per game [2][3][4]
Texas Average Rushing Yards Allowed106.3 rushing yards per game [2][3][4]
Texas's missing edge rushers improve Ole Miss's rushing efficiency. Ole Miss's rushing attack is anticipated to operate more effectively against a Texas front seven weakened by the absence of star edge rusher Colin Simmons, who leads the FBS with 10.5 sacks and 16 tackles for loss, and fellow edge rusher Richard Wesley due to injuries [1][5][6][3]. This situation is expected to benefit Ole Miss by reducing backfield disruptions and creating more favorable conditions for play-action offensive schemes [1][2][3]. The Rebels enter the game with a competent ground game, averaging 153.8 rushing yards per game, primarily driven by Kewan Lacy and Makhi Frazier, both maintaining averages exceeding 5.5 yards per carry [2][3][4]. The offensive line has also demonstrated effectiveness, conceding only 0.83 sacks per game, though starting center Brycen Sanders and left tackle Terez Davis are listed as questionable for the game [5][3].
Texas's formidable defense limits Ole Miss's rushing game despite absences. Despite the significant absences on the edge, Texas remains a robust opponent, maintaining a strong run defense that permits only 106.3 rushing yards per game [2][3][4]. The Longhorns also rank 12th nationally in total defense, allowing just 272.5 yards per game, and restrict opponents to 17.8 points per game [2][3][4]. While these key injuries modestly enhance the prospects for Ole Miss's ground game, a dominant performance exceeding 200 rushing yards is considered improbable given Texas's overall defensive strength [2][3][7][8][4]. A realistic projection for Ole Miss's rushing yards falls between 145-175, with the primary tactical objective being to establish the run to maintain favorable down-and-distance situations, compel Texas to defend play-action, and prevent obvious passing downs [2][3][7][8][4][6].
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7. What evidence supports the betting market consensus that favors Texas over Ole Miss, despite Texas's two-game losing streak?

Prediction Market ConsensusTexas win probability 59-61% [1][2][3][4][5][6][7][8][9]
Sportsbook OddsTexas 3 to 3.5-point home favorite [1][2][3][4][5][6][7][8][9]
Public Betting on Ole Miss64% moneyline bets, 78% moneyline money [1][4]
Market consensus favored Texas despite a two-game losing streak. Prediction markets placed Texas's win probability around 59–61% and sportsbooks priced Texas as a 3 to 3.5-point home favorite over Ole Miss [1][2][3][4][5][6][7][8][9]. This market confidence was notable given Texas's 4-2 record after two consecutive 27-24 losses [1][2][3][4][5][6][7][8][9]. However, this consensus appeared to be based on pricing and assessment rather than public betting volume, as Vigged reported 64% of moneyline bets and 78% of moneyline money were actually on Ole Miss [1][4].
Several factors supported market confidence in Texas's ability. Their two recent 27-24 losses to Oklahoma and Florida were narrow, indicating competitiveness [5][7][8][10]. Texas boasted a strong defense, ranking seventh nationally with 3.2 sacks per game, fifth in defensive SP+, and allowing just 17.8 points and 272.5 yards per game [6][8][10]. This defensive strength, paired with an inconsistent offense, suggested a low-scoring game would favor Texas, with models predicting frequent punts and field goals [6][8][10]. Home-field advantage also contributed, as Texas had won three consecutive home games against top-10 opponents, with the roughly 3-point market edge reflecting a standard adjustment [5][6][7][8][10]. Furthermore, Texas maintained high roster quality and prior-performance credibility, having been ranked No. 1 earlier in the season, upsetting Ohio State, and still being highly regarded by SP+ (Texas eighth vs. Ole Miss 14th) [6][8][10][9][11].
Market confidence in Texas was notably fragile and not unanimous. Texas being only a modest favorite indicated that the consensus was not universally strong [6][8][10][11]. Significant concerns surrounded Texas's offense, particularly quarterback Arch Manning, who recorded five interceptions and 13 sacks over his last three games [6][8][10][11]. The team also held a poor 1-5 against the spread (ATS) record [6][8][10][11]. In contrast, Ole Miss had built momentum, winning two consecutive games by a combined 63 points [6][8][10][11]. The divided opinion was further underscored by one CBS analyst picking Ole Miss +2.5 [6][8][10][11]. Compounding Texas's challenges, key player Colin Simmons, who had 10.5 sacks, was sidelined due to a high-ankle sprain [6][8][10].
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8. Which players on the October 2026 injury reports for Ole Miss and Texas could most significantly impact the final point spread if their game-time status changes?

Texas EDGE Colin Simmons StatusRuled out, expected to miss 3-4 weeks [1][2][3]
Colin Simmons PerformanceLeads FBS with 10.5 sacks and 16 tackles for loss [1][2][3]
Ole Miss OL StatusTerez Davis and Brycen Sanders are questionable [1][4]
Colin Simmons has the most significant potential impact if his status changes [1][2][3]. Texas EDGE Colin Simmons, despite being ruled out and expected to miss 3-4 weeks, represents the most significant potential impact if his game-time status were to change unexpectedly [1][2][3]. Simmons currently leads the FBS with an impressive 10.5 sacks and 16 tackles for loss [1][2][3]. His absence, along with that of fellow Texas edge Richard Wesley, is particularly impactful against Ole Miss QB Trinidad Chambliss [1][2][3].
Ole Miss offensive linemen pose the biggest unresolved injury issue [1][4]. For Ole Miss, the biggest unresolved issue involves offensive linemen Terez Davis and Brycen Sanders, both of whom remain questionable after leaving the Missouri game [1][4]. As projected starters, their unavailability would necessitate a reshuffle of the offensive line [1][4]. While Texas running back Hollywood Smothers is also a doubtful, meaningful secondary swing player whose absence would shift work to other running backs, a status change for Davis or Sanders would likely cause a more significant adjustment to the point spread unless multiple players change status [1][2]. Other Ole Miss players, including starting nickel Edwin Joseph, safety MJ Preston, and cornerback Pat Broomfield, are out and are not considered game-time questions, meaning their statuses are already incorporated into the baseline point spread [1][5][3].
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9. What do advanced metrics like ESPN's FPI and SP+ project for the final score and win probability in the Ole Miss vs. Texas matchup?

Texas Win Probability Range50.4%-59% [1][2][3][4][5]
Texas Projected Score Range28.5-31 points [1][2][3][4][5]
Ole Miss Projected Score Range17-27 points [1][2][3][4][5]
Major advanced metrics lacked projections for the Ole Miss-Texas game. As of October 23, 2026, ESPN’s official FPI page did not provide a projected score or win probability for the Ole Miss at Texas game scheduled for October 24, 2026 [6][7][8]. Similarly, information regarding projections from SP+ was also not available [6][7]. However, several other advanced quantitative models did release their predictions for the matchup.
Several advanced models project Texas to win by varying margins. ATS.io’s model projects Texas to defeat Ole Miss 31–27, assigning Texas a 54.8% win probability [1]. Blue Chip Analytics reports an odds-implied score of Ole Miss 25.0, Texas 28.5, and notes a prediction-market view of approximately 58% Texas win probability [2]. South Ark Daily Picks’ SE V4 model projects Texas 29.7, Ole Miss 24.8, with a provisional 50.4% Texas win estimate [3]. Additionally, CBS Sports reports SportsLine’s model projection as Texas 29–17, while Core College Football’s team model lists Texas with a 59% projected win probability over Ole Miss [4][5].
Models collectively suggest Texas has a modest edge in the contest. The projections from these models show Texas projected scores ranging from 28.5 to 31 points and Ole Miss scores from 17 to 27 points. Texas win estimates across these models span from 50.4% to 59% [1][2][3][4][5]. Overall, most available quantitative signals indicate that Texas holds a modest advantage rather than a dominant one. This aligns with the market context on October 23–24, which has Texas favored at home by roughly 3 to 3.5 points, with a total near 53.5 [2][9][10].
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10. What is the analytical case for Ole Miss to cover the +3.5 point spread, as projected by several sports betting analysts?

Ole Miss Red-Zone TD Conversion87.5% [1][2][3][4]
Arch Manning Sacks (last 3 games)13 [2][3][4]
Texas Opening Spread-9.5 [1][2][3][5]
The analytical case for Ole Miss covering the +3.5 point spread rests on their robust offense and Texas's recent struggles. Ole Miss boasts a consistently high-scoring offense, converting 87.5% of red-zone possessions into touchdowns, with quarterback Trinidad Chambliss accounting for 20 total touchdowns [1][2][3][4]. In contrast, Texas faces significant offensive uncertainty following consecutive losses. Quarterback Arch Manning has been sacked 13 times over his last three games and has an equal number of turnovers to touchdowns during that period [2][3][4]. Compounding Texas's challenges, the anticipated absence of their leading pass rusher, credited with 10.5 sacks, could significantly ease pressure on Chambliss against an otherwise strong Texas defense [2][3][4].
Market trends and analyst consensus also indicate support for Ole Miss to cover the spread. The betting line has seen a notable shift, with Texas's opening spread of -9.5 moving to -3.5, and multiple analysts and handicappers now backing the Rebels [1][2][3][5]. While the game is widely expected to be close, with Texas's defense allowing only 17.8 points and 272.5 yards per game and ranking highly in efficiency, Ole Miss's offense is projected to score sufficiently [6][7][8]. The primary counterarguments highlight Texas's defensive strengths and home-field advantage, alongside Ole Miss's defense allowing 390 yards per game and struggling in pass defense and away games [6][7]. Despite these defensive discrepancies, the recommendation for +3.5 remains price-sensitive, advising bettors to maintain at least this cushion given the movement in the spread [9][8][6][7].
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11. What Could Change the Odds

Key Catalysts

Pre-game catalysts center on late injury reports and market positioning. For Texas, pass rusher Colin Simmons is out, with EDGE Richard Wesley also absent, while RB Hollywood Smothers is doubtful and WR Kaliq Lockett and OL Jayden Chatman are questionable [1][2][3][4]. Ole Miss lists WR Izaiah Hartup, S Edwin Joseph, S MJ Preston, LB Ant Davis Jr., CB Pat Broomfield, WR Kervin Johnson Jr., S Nascar McCoy, and OL Emanuel Faulkner as out; OL Terez Davis and Brycen Sanders are questionable [1][2][5]. These updates, along with practice and quarterback confirmations, will drive final market repricing on Friday, Oct. 23 [1][6][2][7][3][5][8]. Weather forecasts for Saturday in Austin indicate a dry, warm night near 80-84°F with 6-12 mph wind and no significant rain risk, suggesting negligible impact on probability [6][7]. DraftKings handle and bet count reportedly lean Ole Miss ATS, with 68% of handle and 73% of bets, potentially creating contrarian support for Texas [2][9][3]. Texas holds a 1-5 ATS record this season [2].
In-game factors with highest repricing impact include turnovers, Arch Manning's performance, Ole Miss's red-zone conversion rate, and Texas's pass-rush replacement effectiveness [1][6][2][7][3][5][8]. Ole Miss maintains a perfect 24-for-24 red-zone rate [4]. Texas, playing at home, leads the all-time series 6-2 against Ole Miss according to CBS [3][5]. A win is framed as important for Texas to avoid a third straight loss and preserve its season trajectory [4][2]. Ole Miss is 5-1, has won two consecutive games after its only loss to Florida, averages 37.5 points per game, and has three wins over teams ranked in the AP Top 25 at game time [9][4]. Overall, Texas shows modest bullishness based on model-versus-market grounds and home-field desperation, yet faces pass-rush and injury risks, alongside a poor ATS form [6][7][9][5]. Ole Miss has support from its ranking, form, scoring, and public ATS interest, but significant roster absences and a road disadvantage serve as bearish offsets [6][7][9][5]. The clearest catalyst framework involves monitoring whether Texas moves through -3.5 toward -4 or higher on positive injury news, or falls toward -2.5 or lower under pressure from Manning, defensive-absence, or sharp Ole Miss news [6][7][9][5].

Key Dates & Catalysts

  • Expiration: October 26, 2026
  • Closes: October 26, 2026
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13. Historical Resolutions

Historical Resolutions: 20 markets in this series

Outcomes: 10 resolved YES, 10 resolved NO

Recent resolutions:

  • KXNCAAFGAME-26OCT17NEBORE-ORE: YES (Oct 18, 2026)
  • KXNCAAFGAME-26OCT17NEBORE-NEB: NO (Oct 18, 2026)
  • KXNCAAFGAME-26OCT17PSUMICH-PSU: NO (Oct 17, 2026)
  • KXNCAAFGAME-26OCT17PSUMICH-MICH: YES (Oct 17, 2026)
  • KXNCAAFGAME-26OCT22ECUMEM-MEM: YES (Oct 23, 2026)