Penn State hires Jim Knowles, Ohio State DC

Jim Knowles Recalls Childhood Penn State Fandom in First Post-Ohio State Comments
However, despite his many detours, Knowles is at his heart a Pennsylvanian—a Philadelphian to be exact. Addressing Penn State in a video released by the school Tuesday morning,
What does Jim Knowles leaving for Penn State mean for Ohio State football?
The departure of defensive coordinator Jim Knowles adds a challenge for Ohio State, which was already dealing with heavy roster turnover on defense.
What Ohio State football’s Jim Knowles said about rumors connecting him to Oklahoma
Ohio State defensive coordinator Jim Knowles was asked about rumors connecting him to an opening with Oklahoma football. Here's what he said.
Penn State hires Jim Knowles from Ohio State, making him college football's highest-paid defensive coordinator
Knowles, a Philadelphia native with strong ties to the Northeast, transformed the Buckeyes' defense during an impressive three-year stint. Ohio State ranked top three in total defense each of the past two seasons and led the nation by holding opponents to 254.6 yards per game and 4.2 yards per play during a historic campaign.
Penn State hires Jim Knowles, Ohio State DC, in same role
Knowles would fill the void on Penn State’s staff left by Tom Allen, who accepted the same position with Clemson earlier this month.
Could Penn State really hire DC Jim Knowles away from Ohio State? Here’s what we know
Knowles has carved out a stellar career for himself. His stock took off as Oklahoma State’s defensive coordinator from 2018-21. He’s been at Ohio State since 2022, producing top defenses and first-round picks. He might be the best DC in the country.
OU football misses out on Ohio State's Jim Knowles to Penn State, per reports
Ohio State defensive coordinator Jim Knowles is reportedly leaving for Penn State. Knowles had reportedly been a top candidate for OU's opening.
Jim Knowles’ Ohio State betrayal benefits Penn State more than you realize
In hiring Jim Knowles, Penn State followed the adage: If you can't beat them, turn them to your side. While everyone in college football is already talking about Penn State's new defensive coordinator Jim Knowles, it's possible that not everyone is realizing how much his betrayal of Ohio State benefits his new club.
Ohio State football offers Jim Knowles extension that would make him highest-paid DC
Ohio State has made Jim Knowles a contract extension offer that would make him the highest-paid defensive coordinator.
Penn State swipes Ohio State defensive coordinator Jim Knowles on record contract
Ohio State’s defensive coordinator is celebrating winning a national championship with a new contract — from one of their rivals.
Reports: Penn State football lures top defensive coordinator, Jim Knowles, from Ohio State
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Penn State lures defensive coordinator Jim Knowles away from Ohio State
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Bob Stoops thinks the Oklahoma Sooners are about to have a win-win situation regarding Jim Knowles
That's what the Oklahoma Sooners are attempting to do with Jim Knowles, the Ohio State defensive coordinator. Now, at first, ...