Jim Knowles, a native of Philadelphia who attended St. Joseph's Prep, is a 37-year college football coaching veteran and brings 17 years of experience as a defensive coordinator.

May 6, 2025 · Jim Knowles leaving Ohio State to join rival Penn State as defensive coordinator was one of the biggest moves of college football’s coaching carousel this offseason, and to …

Jan 27, 2025 · UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. – Penn State Football Head Coach James Franklin announced the hiring of Jim Knowles as defensive coordinator for the Nittany Lions on …

Jan 27, 2025 · Penn State announces Jim Knowles as its new defensive coordinator, one week after Knowles helped the Ohio State Buckeyes to the national championship.

May 6, 2025 · During a February media availability in State College, Jim Knowles explained why he wanted to become Penn State's defensive coordinator. "I think I can help," Knowles said. "I …

It was 5:06 a.m. Ohio State defensive coordinator Jim Knowles was calling about Penn State's open DC job. "To be honest with you," Franklin said, "I didn't know how serious it was, but it …

Jan 26, 2025 · Jim Knowles has left Ohio State for Penn State. His three-year deal will make him the highest-paid defensive coordinator in college football, sources told ESPN.

Jan 26, 2025 · Penn State announced Monday it had hired Jim Knowles as its defensive coordinator. According to multiple reports, Knowles reached a three-year contract with an …

Jan 26, 2025 · Reliable sources confirm that barring last second change of heart, Jim Knowles is headed to Penn State. He has notified James Franklin that he’ll accept their offer of well over …

Jan 27, 2025 · UNIVERSITY, Pa. (WTAJ) — Penn State Football has announced Jim Knowles as its new defensive coordinator, marking a high-profile addition to the coaching staff. Knowles, …