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15-40-48-58-63, Mega Ball 2; No Jackpot Winner

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The Mega Millions drawing on Friday, February 20, 2026, produced no jackpot winner, allowing the prize to roll over and climb to an estimated $438 million for the next drawing on Tuesday, February 24.

Representation. A lottery ticket.
Representation. A lottery ticket.

The winning numbers were 15, 40, 48, 58 and 63, with the Mega Ball 2. No Megaplier multiplier was highlighted in official results for this draw, though the feature is included in most tickets and can multiply non-jackpot prizes by 2X to 10X.

The jackpot stood at an estimated $416 million (cash option $193.1 million) entering the February 20 drawing, drawing strong ticket sales nationwide. Despite the massive prize pool, no ticket matched all six numbers to claim the grand prize. State lotteries, including Illinois, reported zero winners for the jackpot or the $2 million second-tier prize (for matching five white balls without the Mega Ball). Similar outcomes emerged across jurisdictions like Michigan, New Jersey, Florida and California, where lower-tier prizes were distributed but the top award went unclaimed.

Mega Millions drawings occur Tuesdays and Fridays at 11 p.m. ET from the WSB-TV studios in Atlanta. Tickets cost $5 each, with players selecting five white balls from 1-70 and one gold Mega Ball from 1-25. The odds of winning the jackpot remain 1 in 302,575,350, while the overall odds of winning any prize are approximately 1 in 24.

The February 20 rollover extends a pattern of growth in early 2026. The prize reset lower after a late-2025 win but built steadily through January and February without a jackpot claim. This streak reflects robust player participation amid the allure of eight-figure payouts.

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No immediate reports of major winners surfaced in the hours after the draw, though smaller prizes — such as $10,000 for matching four white balls plus the Mega Ball — were claimed in various states. Full prize breakdowns and winner claims are typically finalized in the days following the drawing as tickets are validated.

Mega Millions underwent rule updates in 2025, raising the starting jackpot to $50 million and minimum rollovers to $10 million to sustain larger prizes more frequently. The game operates in 45 states, Washington, D.C., and the U.S. Virgin Islands, with proceeds supporting education, infrastructure and other public initiatives.

For anyone holding a ticket from February 20, officials urge immediate checks via the official Mega Millions website, state lottery apps or retailers. Sign tickets right away, store them securely and adhere to claim deadlines — usually 90 days to one year depending on the state. Jackpot winners may choose 30 graduated annual payments (increasing 5% yearly) or a lump-sum cash option, reduced for taxes and present value. Federal withholding is 24% for U.S. citizens, with state taxes varying.

The rollover fuels excitement for Tuesday’s drawing, with the estimated $438 million annuity (cash option around $203.1 million) expected to drive even higher sales. Analysts note large jackpots create a cycle of increased participation until a winner emerges.

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Players are reminded to play responsibly, treating the lottery as entertainment rather than investment. The February 20 numbers — 15-40-48-58-63 Mega Ball 2 — join a long list of unclaimed top prizes in recent months.

Check tickets carefully — partial matches can still yield significant rewards. Results are available on megamillions.com, state lottery sites and major news outlets shortly after each drawing.

As the pot swells, the question lingers: Will Tuesday produce a winner, or will the jackpot continue its ascent? Good luck to all entrants in the next draw.

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