Jim Knowles on Penn State Football

Is Penn State football in the running for top 2025 recruits before National Signing Day?
Penn State is preparing to wrap up its impressive 2025 recruiting class. Could it add to it by National Signing Day?
What they’re saying nationally about Penn State football after Jim Knowles hire
Penn State has received plenty of praise over the past few weeks for retaining talent. Its latest move, hiring one of the nation's best defensive coordinators, has people buzzing.
Penn State solidifies all-in approach with hiring DC Jim Knowles from Big Ten rival
Knowles will make Penn State's defense one of the best in the country, but his addition might help the offense too.
Jim Knowles says Penn State football was 'everything' to him in first comments after OSU exit
Former Ohio State defensive coordinator said in an address to Penn State players that the Nittany Lions were 'everything' to him growing up
Why Penn State hiring Ohio State DC Jim Knowles is a ‘home run’ for Philadelphia recruiting
Penn State hired Ohio State defensive coordinator Jim Knowles, a Philadelphia native and St. Joe's Prep graduate.
‘The Team Is Still Going To Be as Strong’ — Ohio State Star Issues Blunt Reaction to Jim Knowles’ Penn State Departure
Jim Knowles made a rare move by leaving Ohio State — just after the Buckeyes won the national championship — to join Big Ten rival Penn State. His decision, confirmed on Jan. 27, wasn’t a surprise to his players,
Caleb Downs Reacts To Jim Knowles Leaving Ohio State For Penn State
Penn State made a big-time hire by poaching Jim Knowles from Ohio State. Knowles was the defensive coordinator at Ohio State for the last three seasons before taking the same role at Penn State after Ohio State won this year's national title.
Jim Knowles on Penn State Football: 'This Is Where I Want to Be'
Jim Knowles, the Penn State Nittany Lions' new defensive coordinator, introduces himself to players and coaches at a team meeting.
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 ...
ESPN Analyst Picks Penn State to Win 2026 National Championship
Penn State. Thirty-nine years after their last title, the Nittany Lions will defeat Georgia for the CFP title, Connelly ...
Penn State football's 2025 depth chart analysis: Will best run game in 30 years be enough?
Penn State football will boast one of the nation's top rosters in 2025, and the most complete one yet in coach James Franklin ...
Jim Knowles contract: New Penn State defensive coordinator can eclipse $4 million with lucrative bonuses
Already boasting the largest salary among college football assistants, Knowles' contract allows him to hit astronomical ...
Penn State Football's Next Big Hire? A General Manager for Revenue Sharing
Penn State football coach James Franklin has said he wants to hire an expert in contracts and revenue sharing for the "next ...
Ohio State football staffer Joe Lyberger under investigation
Ohio State football quality control coach Joe Lyberger has been on paid administrative leave since December, while the school ...
Penn State poaching Jim Knowles sends clear message: James Franklin, Nittany Lions ready to take next step
James Franklin has picked up his first win over Ohio State since 2016. Penn State poached Ohio State defensive coordinator ...
Penn State’s 25 most important players for 2025: No. 23
Enai White, a Texas A&M transfer and former Imhotep star, has the potential to be a game-changing defensive end for Penn ...