Jim Knowles, Ohio and Penn State

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.
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.
Why did Jim Knowles leave Ohio State football for Penn State? Here’s what he said
Jim Knowles was introduced as Penn State's defensive coordinator on Tuesday. Here's what he said about leaving Ohio State football.
What can Jim Knowles do for Penn State football? 4 things we learned about Lions' new DC
New defensive coordinator Jim Knowles met the Penn State football media for the first time. Here's what we learned
Jim Knowles believes Penn State is close to winning a title. He wants to make it happen.
The Nittany Lions' new defensive coordinator opened up about leaving Ohio State for Penn State after winning a national championship — and how he thinks he can help the football team he always viewed as the sport's gold standard.
Penn State DC Jim Knowles in introductory press conference: ‘So close to winning it all’
Naturally, there were questions about why new Penn State defensive coordinator Jim Knowles did that when he left Ohio State to join the Nittany Lions in January. Tuesday afternoon at his introductory press conference in Pegula Ice Arena, he had his chance to answer them.
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.
Ralph Knowles, 63, Rebecca Browell, 48, both of Brentwood, charged in East Patchogue missing girl case
The newest arrests bring to 11 the number of people charged in connection with the case of the teen, whose disappearance made national headlines.
Penn State went all-in on Jim Knowles. But the new DC craved the home-state reunion too
Knowles was introduced as Penn State's defensive coordinator on Tuesday, one week after he left Ohio State to take the job.
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Dorman Lee Knowles
Dorman Lee Knowles passed away on February 2, 2025, at home on Amelia Island, Florida, at the age of 93.
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 ...
Jim Knowles drops truth bomb on Penn State football's title aspirations
After Penn State football added Jim Knowles, the defensive coordinator comments on what his aspirations are with the team.
Ohio State Buckeyes Received Subtle Shade from Jim Knowles
To begin the offseason for the Ohio State Buckeyes, they suffered a couple of major losses. First and foremost, defensive ...
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Jim Knowles details why connection with players is so important
Jim Knowles has elevated to become one of the more important assistant coaches in all of college football, and he’s preparing ...
Why Jim Knowles walked: Philosophical clash at Ohio State leads to fresh start, historic payday at Penn State
Jim Knowles' defense is not static and is certainly malleable to suggestions, but even a veteran coach has a breaking point ...