In 2025, betting on breakups is becoming just as common as betting on games—and now, Bill Belichick and Jordon Hudson are the latest couple at the centre of the trend. The 72-year-old NFL legend and his 24-year-old girlfriend are the subject of a new Polymarket prediction, where users are placing real money on whether the pair will split before August.
Polymarket is an opinion trading platforms allow users to place monetary predictions on binary outcomes—yes or no questions—based on real-world events like sports, elections, or weather.
Breakup in prediction market
Polymarket, known for hosting speculative bets on news, and pop culture, opened a new event contract in June 2025. The question:
At one point, the market’s odds suggested the couple was more likely to split than the unlikely pairing of NFL wide receiver Stefon Diggs and rapper Cardi B—who have been at the centre of dating rumours since May. Users have been trading shares on the platform, with prices reflecting public sentiment around the couple’s future.
Public fascination grows with unlikely pairing
Belichick and Hudson’s relationship has drawn wide attention since it became public. The two were first spotted together earlier this year, shortly after Belichick’s departure from the New England Patriots. Reports say Hudson is now involved in some of his media projects and has been seen near his new role at the University of North Carolina.
The nearly 50-year age gap between the two has fuelled online discussion. However, it is the formalisation of their relationship into a tradable event that has brought a new level of scrutiny.
Media and public reaction intensifies
Online platforms have treated the betting market like a reality TV plotline, with social media users reacting in real time to changes in odds. The story has trended on Twitter, Reddit and sports forums, with many pointing out how rare it is to see romantic relationships linked to prediction markets—especially involving public figures in the NFL.
Though there is no confirmation of any issues between Belichick and Hudson, the betting activity has amplified media coverage of their relationship. Polymarket has not released exact figures on trading volume, but the market has received consistent traffic since its launch.
Belichick has remained in the spotlight since leaving the Patriots, with his public appearances and career moves drawing commentary. Hudson has also faced public attention, with some critics suggesting she plays a major role in shaping his image. Others argue that the focus on the relationship is excessive and unrelated to Belichick’s legacy in football.
