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Jim Knowles Jumps to Penn State for $3.1M Deal

5/6/2025

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Jim Knowles has made a bold move, leaving his role as defensive coordinator at Ohio State for a lucrative $3.1 million deal with Penn State. Frustrated by stalled contract negotiations and feeling sidelined from Ohio State's championship festivities, Knowles expressed his discontent despite having led a formidable defense. Ohio State's coaching staff remains tight-lipped on the matter.

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Jim Knowles has made a bold move, leaving his role as defensive coordinator at Ohio State for a lucrative $3.1 million deal with Penn State. Frustrated by stalled contract negotiations and feeling sidelined from Ohio State's championship festivities, Knowles expressed his discontent despite having led a formidable defense. Ohio State's coaching staff remains tight-lipped on the matter.