Mega Millions Results for October 24, 2025: Winning Numbers, Jackpot Update, and Did Anyone Win Last Night?

The Mega Millions jackpot for Friday, October 24, 2025, stood at an incredible $680 million, with a cash option estimated at $318.2 million. The anticipation was sky-high as millions of players across the country hoped to strike it rich. As of early Saturday morning, no jackpot winner had been confirmed, meaning the prize may roll over once again for the next drawing.

The winning numbers for Friday night’s drawing were 11, 18, 31, 51, and 56, with the Mega Ball number 24. Players are urged to double-check their tickets carefully, as there are multiple ways to win smaller prizes even without matching all six numbers.

Jackpot Update and Payout Options

With no jackpot winner from the October 24 draw, the Mega Millions grand prize is expected to grow even higher for the upcoming Tuesday drawing. This marks one of the largest jackpots of 2025, continuing a streak of rollovers that began after the last grand prize was won in March.

Players who match all five white balls and the Mega Ball will take home the jackpot. The odds of achieving this are approximately 1 in 302 million, making it one of the most challenging lottery games in the United States. However, smaller prizes are available for matching fewer numbers, with nine different prize tiers overall.

Winners who do hit the jackpot can choose between a lump-sum cash payout of about $318.2 million before taxes or an annuity paid out over 30 years. Each annual payment under the annuity plan increases by roughly 5% to offset inflation and provide long-term financial stability. Federal and state taxes apply to both payout options.

Growing Excitement Across the Country

As the Mega Millions jackpot grows, so does the excitement among players nationwide. Convenience stores and online lottery platforms reported a surge in ticket sales on Friday ahead of the drawing. Many players view large jackpots as an opportunity to dream big, even with the slim odds of winning.

Lottery officials remind players to play responsibly and verify their tickets through official state lottery sources. Scams claiming fake winnings often circulate during periods of high jackpots, so players should be cautious and never share personal or financial information with unverified contacts.

Even though there was no jackpot winner on Friday, millions of smaller prizes were awarded for partial matches. Players can win amounts ranging from $2 to $1 million depending on how many numbers they match and whether they added the Megaplier feature to their ticket.

At $680 million, the Mega Millions jackpot remains one of the largest of 2025. The next drawing on Tuesday night will determine whether a new multimillionaire will be crowned or if the prize will continue to climb even higher.

FYI (keeping you in the loop)-

Q1: What were the winning numbers for October 24, 2025?

The winning numbers were 11, 18, 31, 51, and 56, with the Mega Ball number 24.

Q2: Was there a jackpot winner in Friday’s Mega Millions drawing?

No jackpot winner has been confirmed for the October 24 drawing as of Saturday morning.

Q3: How much is the next Mega Millions jackpot expected to be?

If no one claims the top prize, the jackpot is expected to rise even higher for the next drawing on Tuesday, October 28.

Q4: What is the cash option for the current Mega Millions jackpot?

The cash option for the October 24, 2025, drawing is estimated at $318.2 million before taxes.

Q5: How can players claim their Mega Millions winnings?

Players must claim prizes through their official state lottery office. Smaller prizes can often be claimed at authorized retailers, while larger ones require in-person validation.