Mega Millions Jackpot Rolls On!
The Mega Millions jackpot continues to climb! After no one matched all six numbers in the Tuesday, September 2nd drawing, the jackpot has soared to an estimated $336 million for the Friday, September 5th, 2025 drawing. The cash option is a cool $151.3 million. Are you feeling lucky?
Friday's winning numbers were: 6, 14, 36, 58, 62, and the Mega Ball was 24.
While no one snagged the big prize on Tuesday, a Florida ticket matched enough numbers to win a secondary prize of $3 million. Someone in Virginia also recently won a $348 million jackpot in June. Could you be next?
How to Play Mega Millions
Playing Mega Millions is simple. Choose six numbers: five different numbers from 1 to 70 (the white balls) and one number from 1 to 24 (the gold Mega Ball). Don't want to pick your own numbers? Opt for the Easy Pick/Quick Pick option and let the computer generate them for you!
A Mega Millions ticket costs $5.
What Can You Win?
- Match 5 White Balls + Mega Ball: Jackpot
- Match 5 White Balls: $2 million, $3 million, $4 million, $5 million or $10 million
- Match 4 White Balls + Mega Ball: $20,000, $30,000, $40,000, $50,000 or $100,000
You can even win a prize by matching just the Mega Ball!
Powerball Fever Also Grips the Nation
The lottery frenzy isn't limited to Mega Millions. The Powerball jackpot is also nearing a record high, with the Saturday, September 6th jackpot estimated at $1.8 billion! With both jackpots soaring, lottery fever is definitely in the air.
Protecting Your Lottery Win
Winning the lottery is a life-changing event, but it's important to protect your winnings. The Michigan Lottery advises that while complaints are rare, they take all investigations seriously. Seek financial advice from a qualified professional before making any major decisions.