Did anyone win the Mega Millions jackpot? See the winning numbers

The Mega Millions numbers are out, and again there's no big winner. After no one matched all six numbers, the jackpot now climbs to $385 million ahead of the next drawing on Tuesday, Oct. 13, with a cash option of $154.8 million.

Had a player matched all six numbers in the drawing on Friday, Oct. 9, they could have chosen between the full estimated $364 million jackpot paid over time or a lump-sum cash option worth about $147.3 million before taxes.

The jackpot has been growing since July 28, when a Florida player won an $800 million prize, ending one of the game's biggest runs of the year. 

Here's what to know about the latest drawing:

What are the winning Mega Millions numbers for Oct. 9, 2026?

Winning numbers: 2-7-16-63-70 Mega Ball: 8

Did anyone win the Mega Millions jackpot?

No one won the Mega Millions jackpot, so the jackpot grows to $385 million.

When is the next Mega Millions drawing?

Mega Millions drawings are held every Tuesday and Friday.

The next drawing after Friday's game is scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 13, at 11 p.m. ET.

How to play Mega Millions

Mega Millions tickets are sold at convenience stores, gas stations, grocery stores and other authorized lottery retailers. Some states also offer online ticket purchases.

Players select five numbers from 1 to 70 and one Mega Ball number from 1 to 24. Those who prefer not to choose their own numbers can purchase a Quick Pick, with numbers generated randomly by the lottery terminal.

Mega Millions tickets now include a built-in multiplier that automatically increases non-jackpot winnings by two, three, four, five or 10 times, depending on the multiplier drawn for that ticket. Previously, players had to pay extra to add the Megaplier feature.

This story has been updated with new information.

Fernando Cervantes Jr. is a trending news reporter for USA TODAY. Reach him at [email protected] and follow him on X @fern_cerv_.