The Mega Millions jackpot has held steady at $720 million ahead of Friday night’s drawing.
According to lottery officials, the Mega Millions jackpot has been rolled 25 times since April 21, 2022 — leading to the $720 million jackpot prize. If won, it could be the fifth-largest jackpot in the game’s history.
A release from the Florida Lottery states that Florida players have the chance to become the state’s fourth Mega Millions jackpot winner.
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Jackpot prize winners will have the option to either receive winnings in 30 annual installments or as a one-time lump-sum payment of $370.5 million. According to the Florida Lottery, jackpot prizes must be claimed within 60 days of winning to receive the cash option, though winners have 180 days from the drawing to claim the prize.
Additionally, the release shows that the Mega Millions jackpot rollovers have generated over $31.5 million for education in Florida.
In addition to the jackpot prize, players have the opportunity to win lower-tier prizes ranging from $2 to $5 million.
Friday’s winning numbers are scheduled to be drawn at 11 p.m.
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