Ohio State football is on the road for this week's Big Ten matchup and we are provided live updates. Here's some instant reaction and highlights.

The Illini fell short against the Buckeyes on Saturday, and we've identified the important numbers that explain why

Ohio State will be without Lorenzo Styles Jr. in Illinois, but will have Kenyatta Jackson Jr., despite his injury vs Minnesota.

Illinois head coach Bret Bielema met with the media following his team's loss to Ohio State. Watch and listen to what he said about the Buckeyes.

Ohio State's top wide receiver took a scary fall during the second half at No. 17 Illinois but returned to catch a late touchdown in the win.

CLEVELAND, Ohio — The Ohio State Buckeyes defeated No. 17 Illinois 34-16 on the road Saturday, extending coach Ryan Day’s winning streak against ranked opponents to eight games in his first-ever matchup against the Fighting Illini.

The Buckeyes' defense forced three turnovers against No. 17 Illinois, which the offense converted into 17 points. Midseason All-American teams will be released next week, and those lists are going to be littered with Buckeyes. Caleb Downs and Sonny Styles were Preseason All-Americans. Arvell Reese and Caden Curry are first-half breakout players.