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.

Looking for winning numbers for the next Mega Millions drawing? Check out these trends drawn from the lottery's winning numbers this year.

Hang onto those stocking-stuffer lottery tickets. The Mega Millions jackpot has surpassed $1 billion after no ticket matched all six numbers drawn on Christmas Eve.