Penn State hires Jim Knowles, Ohio State DC

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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.
Jim Knowles’ Ohio State betrayal benefits Penn State more than you realize
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.
‘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,
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
Jim Knowles Doesn't Hold Back On Leaving Ohio State For Penn State
The Ohio State Buckeyes finished the season with a national championship, cementing head coach Ryan Day's status as one of the top coaches in college football. Day was joined by a pair of veteran assistants in offensive coordinator Chip Kelly and defensive coordinator Jim Knowles.
‘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.
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 ...
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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 hiring Jim Knowles the latest step on hard road that hopefully ends in national title
Welcome to the grind of brutal losses and soul searching, Penn State. No team avoids it on the road to the national title.
Jim Knowles on Penn State Football: 'This Is Where I Want to Be'
Jim Knowles, Penn State's new defensive coordinator, brought his Penn State football history and some Philly ethos to his ...
Penn State hires Jim Knowles from Ohio State, making him college football's highest-paid defensive coordinator
Knowles, a Philadelphia native with strong ties to the Northeast, transformed the Buckeyes' defense during an impressive ...
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How Penn State hire would shake college football: 3 things to know about Jim Knowles
Why is Jim Knowles a great fit to lead Penn State's defense? Get to know the former Ohio State assistant coach ...
Penn State lures defensive coordinator Jim Knowles away from Ohio State
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Former NFL MVP: Penn State hired ‘the best DC in college football’ in Jim Knowles
Former NFL MVP and quarterback Rich Gannon was high school teammates with new Penn State defensive coordinator Jim Knowles.
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