Jim Knowles Named Penn State’s Defensive Coordinator
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 Monday morning.
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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.
New defensive coordinator Jim Knowles sees lots of promise at Penn State
Feb 4, 2025 · Knowles won a national title as Ohio State's defensive coordinator last month. He is happy to relocate to a program he followed as a child. ... The 59-year-old Knowles credits Penn State’s sustained success on defense, despite multiple coordinators in recent years, to coach James Franklin, who “has made it conducive to be successful on ...
Jim Knowles on Penn State Football: 'This Is Where I Want to Be'
Jan 28, 2025 · Ohio State coach Ryan Day has called Knowles the best defensive coordinator in college football, which certainly stood out to Penn State coach James Franklin over the past two seasons....
Six Things to Know About Jim Knowles, Penn State's New Defensive …
Jan 26, 2025 · Penn State football coach James Franklin accomplished that goal with a big swing, moving to hire Jim Knowles, the defensive coordinator for national champion Ohio State. Though the hire won't...
Penn State hires Jim Knowles as new Defensive Coordinator
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, who most recently led Ohio State’s No. 1-ranked defense in 2024, brings a wealth of experience and success to the Nittany Lions.
Penn State solidifies all-in approach with hiring DC Jim Knowles …
Jan 29, 2025 · Then-Penn State offensive coordinator Mike Yurcich watched Allar and his quarterbacks warm up when Knowles came over to hug him. The two coordinators who both had their careers shaped by Oklahoma ...
Here's what you need to know about Penn State's new defensive …
Jan 27, 2025 · Penn State reportedly made Knowles the highest-paid defensive coordinator in college football, signing him to a three-year contract that will pay him $3.1 million per season.
Penn State lures defensive coordinator Jim Knowles away from Ohio State
Jan 27, 2025 · STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) — Penn State has lured Jim Knowles away from Ohio State. The Nittany Lions hired Knowles on Monday to serve as their defensive coordinator. Knowles held the same position with the national champion Buckeyes for three years.
Penn State hires Jim Knowles, Ohio State DC, in same role
Jan 26, 2025 · Penn State has hired Ohio State defensive coordinator Jim Knowles in the same role, Nittany Lions coach James Franklin announced Monday.. Knowles heads to Penn State on a three-year deal with an ...
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