Short Answer

Seattle is favored to win the November 15 game against Las Vegas, with the market pricing this outcome at 72.0%.

1. Market Behavior & Drivers

This market's largest re-pricing occurred on November 3, 2026, when the probability of a Seattle victory jumped 43 percentage points from 24% to 67%. The driver was a major surge in public attention, as "seahawks" became the top nationwide social media trend.
A subsequent 11-point spike for Seattle on November 10 followed the Las Vegas Raiders' decision to trade starting quarterback Kirk Cousins. The trade forced rookie Fernando Mendoza into his first career start against Seattle's defense, which ranks best in the league, allowing just 244.2 yards and 18.0 points per game. The market priced this quarterback change as a significant disadvantage for Las Vegas. Research did not support the premise of a 12-point drop for Seattle on November 4, and no reported development coincides with the 9-point spike on November 5.
  • Seattle is favored; Raiders' rookie QB Mendoza faces top-ranked defense.
  • Historical precedent shows top QBs rarely start Week 10 or later.

Who Wins and Why

Outcome Market Model Why
Seattle 72.0% 79.2% Seattle's consistent performance and strong roster depth favor a win.
Las Vegas 29.0% 20.8% Las Vegas may benefit from key player matchups and recent offensive momentum.

Current Context

Fernando Mendoza makes his NFL debut against Seattle's top defense. The Las Vegas Raiders traded Kirk Cousins to Minnesota on Tuesday, November 10, 2026, ahead of the trade deadline, positioning No. 1 overall pick Fernando Mendoza for his first NFL start against Seattle's league-best defense [1][2][3]. Seattle allows 244.2 yards and 18.0 points per game [3]. The game is scheduled for Sunday, November 15, 2026, at 4:05 p.m. ET on CBS [1][2]. Mendoza is the fifth top overall quarterback pick since the common draft era to debut in Week 10 or later, following players like Jared Goff (2016) and Eli Manning (2004); all four previous instances resulted in losses for the debuting quarterback [3][4]. SportsLine projects Mendoza to record 179 passing yards, 1.43 touchdowns, and 1.13 interceptions [4].
Prediction markets and experts heavily favor Seattle to win. Prediction markets price the Seahawks at roughly 72-74% to win, with Kalshi showing a 73-cent price for Seattle with $2.38 million in volume [5]. The best cross-market moneyline is Seattle -257 at Novig, while Las Vegas is +251 at 4Casters [6]. The consensus spread is Seahawks -6.5, with a total of 40.5 points [7]. Expert consensus reflects this sentiment; 27 of 30 analysts in SI's roundup pick the Seahawks, and ESPN's three analysts project a close Seattle victory [8][9]. Score predictions include Florio 16-9, Prisco 24-16, SI final 20-7, and Sportsbook Wire 31-13 [10]. Vic Tafur of The Athletic is among the few analysts taking the Raiders +6.5 [8].
Seattle's defensive strength drives betting against Las Vegas's weak run game. Seattle is 5-4, second in the NFC West, and enters the game off a 17-3 win over Arizona [1][3][7]. The Seahawks hold a league-best 16-4 road record since 2024 [3][7]. Las Vegas is 4-5, third in the AFC West, following a 38-17 loss to San Francisco [7]. The Raiders lead the all-time series 29-25, last winning in Seattle 40-34 in overtime on November 27, 2022 [1][3][7]. Seattle's injury report lists Sam Darnold (quad/rib), Charles Cross (ankle), Quenton Nelson (knee), and Leonard Williams (stinger) out, with Drew Lock making his third start at quarterback [11][10][12]. Uchenna Nwosu and Rashid Shaheed return for Seattle [12]. Darnold may return in Week 12 against the 49ers after Seattle's bye [10]. Betting trends show 91% of handle and 85% of wagers at DraftKings favor Seattle -6.5 [11]. The Under 40.5 is a model-recommended play, largely due to Las Vegas's offensive deficiencies, ranking 31st in rushing yards (71.3/game), 32nd in yards per carry (2.89), and worst in the NFL in rush success rate (33.0%) [11][4]. Seattle's offense ranks 19th in DVOA without Darnold [4]. Seahawks safety Nick Emmanwori has blitzed on 54 plays, the most among defensive backs, accumulating 17 quarterback pressures, matching his 2025 total [3]. Seattle has not allowed a 100-yard rusher in 38 consecutive games, including playoffs [3].
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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: Las Vegas

📉 November 10, 2026: 11.0pp drop

Price decreased from 38.0% to 27.0%

What happened: The primary driver of the 11.0 percentage point drop in the "Las Vegas" outcome was the Las Vegas Raiders' trade of starting quarterback Kirk Cousins to the Minnesota Vikings on November 10, 2026, forcing rookie Fernando Mendoza to make his first career NFL start against the Seattle Seahawks [1][2][3]. This significant news broke via Adam Schefter's X post on November 10, 2026, which then coincided with immediate betting market reactions, including Seattle's moneyline jumping from -180 to -275 within hours [1][4]. ESPN's Brady Henderson's X post further amplified the news by highlighting DraftKings' line movement from -3.5 to -6 [1]. Social media was a primary driver, serving as the immediate catalyst for disseminating the critical information that reshaped market expectations for the game.

Outcome: Seattle

📈 November 05, 2026: 9.0pp spike

Price increased from 60.0% to 69.0%

What happened: The provided sources do not identify a primary driver for a 9.0 percentage point spike in the "Seattle" outcome on November 05, 2026. On that date, The Seattle Times reported that Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold would not play due to injury, with Drew Lock set to fill in, which would logically lead to a decline, not a spike, in Seattle's prediction market price [5]. While a Raiders' TikTok livestream was mentioned on November 5, it was general social media context and not specific to influencing the Seattle outcome on that date [6]. Later significant news, like the Raiders' rookie quarterback elevation, was explicitly stated as a later catalyst, not the cause of a November 5 spike [7]. Social media was irrelevant as a primary driver for this specific market movement.

📉 November 04, 2026: 12.0pp drop

Price decreased from 72.0% to 60.0%

What happened: Research indicates that the premise of a 12.0 percentage point drop for Seattle on November 04, 2026, in a prediction market for a game against Las Vegas is not supported; the relevant game was on November 15, 2026, and no such drop was found on that date [8][9][10][11]. An earlier market shift that decreased Seattle's implied win probability involved injury news for Seahawks quarterbacks Sam Darnold and Drew Lock, leading to a 4.5-point spread adjustment against Seattle [12]. Conversely, the primary driver for increased favorability for Seattle was the November 10 Kirk Cousins trade, which made rookie Fernando Mendoza the Raiders' starter, with ESPN's Brady Henderson posting on X about the coinciding line movements [1][2][10]. Therefore, for the specific 12.0 percentage point drop on November 4 mentioned in the prompt, social media was irrelevant, as the event itself lacks verification.

📈 November 03, 2026: 43.0pp spike

Price increased from 24.0% to 67.0%

What happened: The primary driver of the 43.0 percentage point price spike for Seattle on November 03, 2026, was a significant surge in social media activity and public attention surrounding the Seattle Seahawks. On this date, despite Seattle's loss to the Chicago Bears, "seahawks" became the #1 trending nationwide Google search with over 1 million queries, while viral social media moments from the Monday Night Football game (e.g., pregame fireworks, Joey Belladonna's National Anthem) drove substantial X/Twitter engagement for "Seattle sports content" [13][14][15]. This widespread digital visibility and general social momentum, which coincided with a pregame "We back" Instagram post from Jaxon Smith-Njigba, likely prompted a speculative buying surge in Seattle-related prediction markets, including the upcoming game against Las Vegas [13][14][15][16]. Social media was a primary driver, creating a wave of general interest that translated into significant market activity.
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4. Market Data

Contract Snapshot

This Kalshi prediction market is for the NFL game between the Seattle Seahawks and the Las Vegas Raiders, scheduled to begin on November 15 at 4:05 PM EST. A "YES" contract resolves if the Seattle Seahawks win the game, while a "NO" contract resolves if the Seattle Seahawks do not win. The page content does not specify additional settlement conditions.

Available Contracts

Market options and current pricing

Outcome bucket Yes (price) No (price) Last trade probability
Seattle $0.72 $0.29 72%
Las Vegas $0.29 $0.72 29%

Market Discussion

Prediction markets heavily favored Seattle, closing around 73¢ for Seattle and 28¢ for Las Vegas on Nov 15, 2026, with high trading volume across platforms [1][2][3]. This strong sentiment followed the Raiders trading Kirk Cousins and naming rookie Fernando Mendoza as starter, despite earlier dips in Seattle's price due to injury concerns for their own quarterbacks [2][4][5][6]. Analysts largely converged on the under 40.5, citing Las Vegas' poor rushing offense and Mendoza's first start against Seattle's league-low 244.2 ypg defense [3][7][8].

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5. Trust Index

Octagon Trust Index Kalshi 80 Good

Largest single print on KXNFLGAME-26NOV15SEALV-SEA carried 72% of its $4,106 tape (window is 4% of 24h flow)

Integrity risk· Large trades

How it adds up
Integrity80% of score80Good
Trade quality20% of score83Good

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

Trust score80Good

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
71Good

Outcome is hard to influence

Large tradesTrade signals · medium confidence

Largest single print on KXNFLGAME-26NOV15SEALV-SEA carried 72% of its $4,106 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
88Deep

Size fills near the screen price

2 contracts · worst first

Las Vegas84
Deep · high confidence

Typical bar range 3.4% of price over 23 traded bars

24h traded notional $78,471 · 24h
Seattle89
Deep · high confidence

Typical bar range 1.4% of price over 23 traded bars

24h traded notional $99,402 · 24h
Move quality
70Stable

No significant moves

2 contracts · worst first

Seattle—
No significant move (6h)

Price was stable over the last 6 hours.

Las Vegas—
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

Seattle95
Clear · high confidence

Objective result from a trusted source (allowlist)

allowlist · Clear
Las Vegas95
Clear · high confidence

Objective result from a trusted source (allowlist)

allowlist · Clear
Trade quality
83Good

Order book supports trading

Deep and tight enough to trade efficiently.

Outcome quality 88 (notional-weighted across 2 scored legs)

$100 order: 0.5c slippage (<1% of a 71.5c contract)

$1,000 order: 0.5c slippage (<1% of a 71.5c contract)

$10,000 order: 0.5c slippage (<1% of a 71.5c contract)

SeattlePrimary89Market scoreLiquidity89Move quality–Rule clarity95
Why 89
Liquidity
89 · Deep · high confidence

Typical bar range 1.4% of price over 23 traded bars

24h traded notional $99,402 · 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
Las Vegas84Market scoreLiquidity84Move quality–Rule clarity95
Why 84
Liquidity
84 · Deep · high confidence

Typical bar range 3.4% of price over 23 traded bars

24h traded notional $78,471 · 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 Nov 15, 2026

6. What statistical evidence and expert analysis supports the market consensus favoring the Seattle Seahawks by a -6.5 point spread?

Consensus Point SpreadSeattle -6.5 [1][2][3]
Seattle Defensive Yards Allowed244.2/game (1st in NFL) [1][2][4][5]
Las Vegas Defensive Yards Allowed385.4/game (Last in NFL) [1][2][4][5]
The market consensus strongly favors the Seattle Seahawks, who are set at a -6.5 point spread for their game on November 15, 2026 [1][2][3][4][5][6]. This significant confidence stems from Seattle's robust defensive capabilities, compounded by Las Vegas's well-documented defensive struggles and a crucial quarterback change for the opposing team [1][2][3][4][5][6]. Across various major sportsbooks, the moneylines collectively imply approximately a 72% win probability for Seattle in this matchup [1][2][3]. The initial spread, which began around -4.5, adjusted to -6.5 following Las Vegas's decision to start rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza [3][6].
Statistical analysis confirms Seattle's defensive dominance over Las Vegas. Seattle's defense leads the NFL in total yards allowed, with an average of 244.2 yards per game, and in pass yards allowed, at 155.1 yards per game [1][2][4][5]. They also rank impressively, allowing only 18.0 points per game, placing them 4th-5th in the league [1][2][4][5]. In stark contrast, Las Vegas possesses the weakest defense in the league, ranking last in total yards allowed (385.4/game), points allowed (29.8/game), and rushing yards allowed (151.2/game) [1][2][4][5]. This creates a substantial defensive differential of approximately 141 yards between the two teams. Further reinforcing Seattle's strength, PFM team ratings place them at #3 in the NFL with an 87.4 PFM Team Score, while Las Vegas ranks #22 with a score of 74.8 [7].
Expert analysis largely supports Seattle, yet market indicates some coverage skepticism. Dave B. from CappersPicks, for example, supports the Seahawks -6.5, anticipating that Seattle's ground game will prove dominant against Las Vegas's league-worst run defense [3][4]. Oddia's AI analysis projected a 62% probability of Seattle covering a 4.5-point threshold, identifying a one-touchdown win as the most probable outcome [6]. However, it is noted that Seattle will be without starter Sam Darnold and guard Quenton Nelson, with Drew Lock making his second consecutive start [3][6]. The Kalshi prediction market indicates a 39% chance of 'Seattle wins by over 6.5 points,' which suggests some market skepticism about Seattle covering the full spread [8][9][10]. The overall market-projected final score, derived from the spread and total, is 23-17 in favor of Seattle, indicating a 6.4-point margin [3][4][5].
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7. How does the Seattle Seahawks' top-ranked defense compare to the Las Vegas Raiders' offense under rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza?

Seattle Total Defense RankNo. 1 (244.2 yards allowed per game) [1][2]
Las Vegas Offense PPG26.4 (No. 8) [1][2]
Seattle Implied Win Chance72% [3][4]
Seattle's top-ranked defense holds a significant statistical advantage over Las Vegas's offense. The Seattle Seahawks defense is ranked No. 1 in total defense, allowing only 244.2 yards per game, and also leads in yards allowed per play at 4.1 [1][2]. While the Las Vegas Raiders' offense has been productive on average this season, ranking No. 8 in points per game with 26.4 and No. 6 in third-down conversions at 43.75%, their passing situation is spearheaded by rookie quarterback Fernando Mendoza. Mendoza has minimal prior regular-season experience, and his limited 8-attempt sample size provides insufficient data for projecting his individual performance in this matchup [1][2][5][6].
Seattle's strong pass defense presents a major challenge for Las Vegas. The Seahawks allow only 155.1 passing yards per game, contrasting sharply with the Raiders' overall average of 259.7 passing yards per game [1][6]. Although the Raiders might attempt to lean on their run game, Seattle's defense is also formidable against the rush, surrendering just 89.1 rushing yards per game [1][6]. Market analysis indicates a strong likelihood of a Seattle victory, with an implied win chance of approximately 72% [3][4]. However, there is less certainty regarding Seattle covering a multi-score spread. This uncertainty stems from Seattle's starting quarterback Sam Darnold being unavailable, with Drew Lock expected to start while managing injuries, and also considering the Raiders' highly vulnerable defense, which ranks No. 32 in both yards allowed (385.4 per game) and points allowed (29.8 per game) [5][3][4][1][6].
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8. What is the historical performance of top overall QB draft picks making their first career start in Week 10 or later?

Historical Week 10+ QB StartsExtremely scarce, no robust win-rate sample [1][2]
Fernando Mendoza Draft PositionNo. 1 overall pick in 2026 NFL Draft [1]
Mendoza's First Start DateWeek 10 on Nov 15, 2026 [1]
Top overall quarterback draft picks rarely start Week 10 or later. Historical precedent for top overall quarterback draft picks making their first career start in Week 10 or later is extremely scarce. This lack of historical occurrences means there is no robust historical win-rate sample available to cite for such situations [1][2].
Fernando Mendoza’s situation offers a near-unique historical comparison point. Fernando Mendoza, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2026 NFL Draft, makes his first regular-season start in Week 10 on November 15, 2026, after Kirk Cousins was traded to Minnesota [1]. This specific scenario, involving a No. 1 overall pick with a first start in Week 10 after a midseason quarterback trade, is considered a near-unique case and further contributes to the absence of a robust historical win-rate sample for comparison [1][2].
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9. What key catalysts, such as late-week injury report changes for either team, could significantly shift the betting line before the Nov. 15 kickoff?

Current Betting Line (Nov 14)SEA -6.5, Total 40.5 [1][2]
Seahawks QB StatusDrew Lock Questionable (oblique, right-elbow injuries) [2][3][4]
Raiders DT StatusTrey Zuhn III Questionable (concussion protocol) [3][4][2]
Quarterback injuries are the primary catalysts for betting line shifts. These are the most significant factors influencing shifts in the betting line before the November 15 kickoff. As of November 14, the spread stood at SEA -6.5 and the total at 40.5 [1][2]. A decision to sit or scratch Seahawks starting quarterback Drew Lock, who is listed Questionable with oblique and right-elbow injuries, is the most probable catalyst to narrow the spread towards a field goal or decrease the total [2][3][4]. Conversely, a late surprise return of Sam Darnold, currently ruled out, could push Seattle's spread from -6.5 towards -7 or -8 and elevate the total [2][4]. The market has already shown considerable movement, with quarterback availability prominently driving these fluctuations [5][4][1].
Other key player injuries also significantly influence betting line adjustments. For the Seahawks, late-week decisions regarding other crucial players include offensive tackle Charles Cross, listed as Doubtful. His absence would weaken the run game and pass protection, thereby supporting the under and a smaller spread [3][4][2]. Additionally, if defensive tackle Leonard Williams, who is Questionable, is unavailable, Seattle's pass rush would be diminished, potentially boosting the total and assisting Las Vegas in covering the spread [3][4][2]. On the Raiders' side, the clearance of defensive tackle Trey Zuhn III, currently Questionable due to concussion protocol, is a critical factor for Las Vegas' interior defense. Should he be ruled out, the spread is anticipated to shrink towards SEA -3.5 or -4, and the under bet would strengthen [3][4][2]. Any injury-driven drop in the total to 38.5 or below would constitute a significant line movement [5][4][1].
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10. What is the strongest bull case for the Las Vegas Raiders to cover the +6.5 spread or win outright on November 15?

Raiders 2026 ATS Record6-3-0 [1][2]
Seahawks QB Injury StatusStarting QB Sam Darnold out, backup Drew Lock limited [1][3][2]
Raiders 2026 Over Record7-0 over in games with totals of 42 or less [1][2][4][5]
The Las Vegas Raiders present a strong case to cover the +6.5 spread. The team holds an impressive 6-3-0 against-the-spread (ATS) record in 2026, including a 3-1-0 ATS record at home despite a 1-3 overall home record [1][2]. Las Vegas has covered 4 of their last 5 home games and has successfully covered the spread in each of their last four home games against teams with winning records [6]. Head-to-head situational trends also favor the Raiders, who have won 4 of their last 5 day games when playing against Seattle [6]. Offensively, the Raiders score 26.4 points per game, ranking 8th in the NFL, and have gone over the total in all 7 of their 2026 games [1][2][4][5]. Prediction markets imply a 49-61% chance that the Raiders will cover the +6.5 spread [3][7][8][9].
Seattle faces significant challenges, potentially impacting their ability to cover the spread. The Seahawks will be without starting quarterback Sam Darnold due to quad and rib injuries, while backup Drew Lock is limited by elbow and oblique injuries; guard Quenton Nelson has also been ruled out [1][3][2]. Seattle's offense has struggled, scoring 17 points or fewer in 3 of its last 4 games [1][6]. Furthermore, the Seahawks have covered only once this season when favored by 6.5 points or more, holding a 1-2 record in such situations [1][6]. A handicapper suggests that Seattle's absences at quarterback and along the offensive line could lead to a lower-scoring, field-position focused game, potentially keeping Las Vegas within a touchdown margin even if Seattle secures a win [3]. The market's projected final score of SEA 23, LV 17 would result in the Raiders covering +6.5 [3]. Additionally, Seattle has failed to cover the spread in each of its last 4 day games against AFC West opponents [6].
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11. What Could Change the Odds

Key Catalysts

The November 15 game between the Seattle Seahawks and Las Vegas Raiders features significant quarterback uncertainty for both teams. The Raiders traded Kirk Cousins to the Minnesota Vikings at the November 10 trade deadline, forcing No. 1 overall pick Fernando Mendoza into his first career NFL start [1][2]. This move shifted the spread from SEA -3.5 to -6.5, the moneyline from -190 to -275, and dropped the total from 43 to 40.5 [1][2]. Seattle's situation is also unstable, with Sam Darnold sidelined by a quad injury and cracked rib (est. return Nov 29), and Drew Lock starting despite oblique and elbow tendinitis [3][4]. Third-string Jalen Milroe, who has never attempted an NFL regular-season pass, was a potential starter, which had earlier moved the line from -7.5 to -3 before the Cousins trade pushed it back to -6.5 [3][5][4].
Despite Seattle drawing 91% of handle and 85% of wagers on the spread, and 96% of moneyline bets, the total has shown reverse line movement [6]. The total dropped three points from 43.5 to 40.5, even as 75% of bets and 69% of money favored the Over [6][2][7]. This occurs as the Raiders have gone over in seven straight games [7]. Statistically, Seattle holds a defensive edge, ranking 2nd in defensive DVOA, 5th-lowest in EPA per play, and 2nd-highest in pressure rate, allowing 18.0 PPG (tied 4th) [8][7]. Conversely, Las Vegas is last in defensive DVOA, last in run defense DVOA, 31st in rushing yards (71.3/game), 32nd in yards per carry (2.89), and has the NFL's worst rush-success rate at 33.0% [8][7].

Key Dates & Catalysts

  • Expiration: November 17, 2026
  • Closes: November 17, 2026
Sources (8)
  1. 1Seahawks vs. Raiders Odds Make Major Shift With Fernando Mendoza Set to Make First Career Startsi.com
  2. 2Seahawks vs. Raiders picks: Fernando Mendoza era begins, most historical trends against No. 1 overall pick - CBS Sportscbssports.com
  3. 3Sam Darnold, Drew Lock Injury Updates Cause Massive Shift in Seahawks vs. Raiders Odds in NFL Week 10si.com
  4. 4Seahawks vs. Raiders (Nov 15, 2026) Live Score - ESPNespn.com
  5. 5Seahawks face Fernando Mendoza, Raiders: What to watch, prediction | The Seattle Timesseattletimes.com
  6. 6Seattle Seahawks vs Las Vegas Raiders Prediction, Odds & Preview (Nov 15) | NFL | The Betting Insiderthebettinginsider.com
  7. 7Seahawks vs. Raiders prediction: Odds, expert picks, QB matchup, injury update, betting trends, and stats - NBC Sportsnbcsports.com
  8. 8Seahawks vs Raiders Prediction, Top Picks & Odds: NFL Week 10covers.com

13. Historical Resolutions

Historical Resolutions: 20 markets in this series

Outcomes: 10 resolved YES, 10 resolved NO

Recent resolutions:

  • KXNFLGAME-26NOV12WASNYG-WAS: YES (Nov 13, 2026)
  • KXNFLGAME-26NOV12WASNYG-NYG: NO (Nov 13, 2026)
  • KXNFLGAME-26NOV09BUFMIN-MIN: NO (Nov 10, 2026)
  • KXNFLGAME-26NOV09BUFMIN-BUF: YES (Nov 10, 2026)
  • KXNFLGAME-26NOV08TBCHI-TB: NO (Nov 09, 2026)