Jim Knowles, Pennsylvania State University

Penn State’s Jim Knowles on the one thing you can expect to see from his 2025 defense
The talent won’t necessarily be the same. Penn State’s 2025 defense isn’t going to be identical to Jim Knowles’ 2024 defense at Ohio State, although Nittany Lions fans would not mind if there were plenty of similarities.
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New defensive coordinator Jim Knowles wants to push Penn State over the top [opinion]
The 59-year-old Philadelphia native praised Ohio State and coach Ryan Day Tuesday at his introductory press conference in State College and explained why he chose to join the Nittany Lions now after all of his success in Columbus.
Penn State Is 'So Close' to Winning a Title, Jim Knowles Says
STATE COLLEGE | So why did Jim Knowles leave Ohio State for Penn State, less than a week after helping the Buckeyes win the national championship? Knowles told a few nice stories about watching Penn State highlight shows as a kid and coaches who used to roll up their pant legs, but really, he distilled it to this.
Why did Jim Knowles leave Ohio State football for Penn State? Here’s what he said
Penn State football formally introduced Jim Knowles as its next defensive coordinator Tuesday. Shortly into his press conference, Knowles was asked why he left Ohio State for the same position with the Nittany Lions.
Former Ohio State football defensive coordinator Jim Knowles answers why he left for PSU
Former Ohio State defensive coordinator Jim Knowles said he was grateful for his three years at OSU, but the pull of his home state lured him away.
Jim Knowles explains why he left Ohio State to join Penn State
Jim Knowles was introduced as Penn State’s defensive coordinator in a Tuesday press conference, a little more than a week after news broke that he was leaving Ohio State. Knowles joining Penn State is a big move for both parties.
New Penn State DC Jim Knowles reveals why he deserted Ohio State for lateral position
Losing top assistant coaches is nothing new for winning programs, but the Ohio State Buckeyes were dealt an odd hand right after pulling off a historic College Football Playoff run. Instead of watching defensive coordinator Jim Knowles get a promotion,
Report: Oklahoma’s Pursuit of DC Jim Knowles Appears Over
After weeks of rumors about the Sooners pursuing Ohio State defensive coordinator Jim Knowles, a report suggests that he'll ...
Jim Knowles would be great at OU. But would his hiring be great for the Sooners?
Jim Knowles, the best defensive coordinator in college football, would be great at OU. But would sky-high salary be good for Sooners in this NIL era?
Jim Knowles’ Camp Defends Traitorous Move After Buckeyes Barred Him From Championship Parade
Penn State introduced new defensive coordinator Jim Knowles to the staff this week after prying him away from Ohio State.
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Not landing Jim Knowles is a tough blow for Oklahoma, but it won’t determine Brent Venables’ future in Norman
It would’ve been an incredibly splashy hire for Venables after 2024 defensive coordinator Zac Alley left for the same ...
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Why does everyone play so hard for Jim Knowles? Those closest to Penn State’s new DC understand
Former NFL MVP Rich Gannon, who’s known Knowles since high school, told the CDT: “He didn’t have an enemy. Everybody just ...
Can OU win the Jim Knowles sweepstakes? Other blue bloods reportedly eyeing Ohio State DC
Ohio State football will host its national championship celebration Sunday. After that, perhaps there will finally be a ...
Jim Knowles zeroes in on helping Penn State reach national championship aspirations: 'That's not just talk'
The new Nittany Lions defensive coordinator spoke about his goals during the introductory press conference on Tuesday ...
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Brent Venables’ Billy Napier Move Gets Seal of Approval as Jim Knowles’ Setback Launches Sooners to Familiar Waters
"If you chase two rabbits, you will catch none." Wise words, right? The post Brent Venables’ Billy Napier Move Gets Seal of ...