The Mega Million jackpot is expected to rise to over $1.15 billion ahead of Friday's drawing, making it the fifth largest jackpot in the game's history. The jackpot for the Mega Millions lottery game has been growing since Sept. 10. The one time cash payout would be $516.1 million, according to the Massachusetts' lottery.

If hit, the $1.15 billion jackpot would be the fifth largest in the history of the game, lottery officials said.

If someone hits the Mega Millions jackpot Friday night, the winner could take home an estimated $549.7 million.

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