Knowles, defensive coordinator

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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.
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.
Six Things to Know About Jim Knowles, Penn State's New Defensive Coordinator
Knowles would join James Franklin's Penn State staff after three seasons at Ohio State, where he won a national championship.
Penn State journalist predicts defensive coordinator Jim Knowles may use long-time football secret weapon
Jim Knowles may have something up his sleeve next season when he takes over as Penn State's defensive coordinator.
What does OU do at defensive coordinator with Jim Knowles out of the picture?
Oklahoma's search for a defensive coordinator is a month old and reportedly targeting a Sun Belt Conference defensive coordinator. Who is Nate Drieling?
What James Franklin, new defensive coordinator Jim Knowles said about Penn State football
Penn State made the hiring of new defensive coordinator Jim Knowles official on Monday. Here's what each had to say about the move
Penn State hiring Jim Knowles as new defensive coordinator
CBS Sports reports that Ohio State defensive coordinator Jim Knowles is leaving the Buckeyes to join James Franklin's staff at Penn State. Knowles is expected to be paid an average of $3.1 million over three years, according to ESPN . During Knowles' time at Ohio State, the Buckeyes ranked in the top three in total defense for two of those years.
Penn State’s Jim Knowles, James Franklin speak out for first time on defensive coordinator hire
James Franklin and new Penn State defensive coordinator Jim Knowles released statements after Knowles was hired on Monday.
Penn State adds FCS head coach to Jim Knowles' defensive staff
Penn State's new defensive coordinator, Jim Knowles, made his first public appearance as the Nittany Lions' DC. A few new additions to Knowles' defensive staff were announced the next day, notably a Penn State alum and current FCS head coach.
Jim Knowles Believes National Championship Is ‘So Close’ for Penn State
In a move that shocked college football fans, defensive coordinator Jim Knowles — fresh off helping Ohio State win a national championship — decided to leave the Buckeyes and take the same job with the Penn State Nittany Lions.
Analyzing Penn State’s options to fill Jim Knowles' potential hybrid position in 2025
Jim Knowles' defenses have thrived with a unique position. Will he use it at Penn State, and who could play it?
Here's what you need to know about Penn State's new defensive coordinator, Jim Knowles
The Nittany Lions reportedly made the former Ohio State assistant college football's highest-paid defensive coordinator.
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8 potential Ohio State football defensive coordinator candidates to replace Jim Knowles
Ohio State is in the market for a defensive coordinator. A week after the Buckeyes captured their first national championship in a decade, they saw Jim Knowles leave to become the defensive ...
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Ohio State football defensive coordinator Jim Knowles leaves for Penn State
Ohio State has lost its defensive coordinator to a Big Ten rival. Penn State announced Monday it had hired Jim Knowles as its defensive coordinator. According to multiple reports, ...
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Ohio State eyeing two-time Super Bowl champion as new defensive coordinator
He has been a football coach for 34 years. Four of those seasons were spent as defensive coordinator, while the other 29 were ...
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Hey, Bob! How will DC Jim Knowles merge his philosophy with what Penn State has done before?
Jim Knowles’ first press conference as Penn State’s defensive coordinator is in the books, PSU fans. It was a very, very ...
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Jim Knowles introductory press conference: Live updates
Penn State football made a splash on the national college football landscape when it filled its vacant defensive coordinator ...