Knowles, Penn State and James Franklin

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.
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’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 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.
What James Franklin, Jim Knowles, and others are saying about the new Penn State defensive coordinator
Penn State has officially hired Jim Knowles away from Ohio State to be its next defensive coordinator. The news of the massive change broke Sunday and was officially announced by the university on Monday following a Board of Trustees committee meeting.
Hey, Bob! Jim Knowles to Penn State doesn’t move the needle for me; Ohio State’s ‘D’ was loaded
Penn State quarterback Drew Allar runs as Ohio State defensive tackle Tyleik Williams, defensive tackle Ty Hamilton and defensive end JT Tuimoloau move in during the fourth quarter on Nov. 2, 2024. Joe Hermitt | [email protected] PennLive
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
‘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,
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.
Ohio State five-star newcomer confirms suspicion about Jim Knowles joining Penn State
Penn State announced Knowles signing to be their coordinator on Tuesday and one Buckeye confirmed what most people figured; the Buckeyes have taken exception to Knowles’ landing
‘I Hate This’ – Ohio State Fans Stunned as Jim Knowles Leaves for Big Ten Rival Penn State
The Penn State Nittany Lions pulled off a major coaching shake-up, luring defensive coordinator Jim Knowles away from the Ohio State Buckeyes. For Knowles, this move is a dream come true — he’s always wanted to be part of the Nittany Lions program.
Ohio State Defensive Coordinator Candidates: Oregon Ducks' Chris Hampton, Buckeyes' Matt Guerrieri
Ohio State defensive coordinator Jim Knowles left the Buckeyes program in a surprising turn of events, accepting the same job ...
Ohio State football’s defensive coordinator is leaving for a Big Ten opening
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio State football’s national title defense will come with a new face running the defense. The Buckeyes are ...
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 ...
Former Ohio State DC Opens Up To Penn State Players After Controversial Move
One of the most surprising coaching moves of the college football offseason was former Ohio State defensive coordinator Jim ...