Penn State, Jim Knowles and James Franklin

Penn State hiring Jim Knowles from Ohio State is a major win for James Franklin
Jim Knowles landed at Penn State less than a week after helping Ohio State win the national championship. In those precious days following the College Football Playoff finale, the sought-after defensive coordinator had options from which to choose.
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Penn State, James Franklin are all in for 2025 with hiring of Jim Knowles [opinion]
The 59-year-old Knowles reportedly is signing a three-year contract worth more than $9 million, which makes him the highest-paid coordinator in the country. His hiring, which became official Monday morning, is the clearest sign that Penn State and Franklin are all in for the 2025 season.
Penn State poaching Jim Knowles sends clear message: James Franklin, Nittany Lions ready to take next step
James Franklin has picked up his first win over Ohio State since 2016. Penn State poached Ohio State defensive coordinator Jim Knowles over the weekend. While Ryan Day and the Buckeyes were busy celebrating their first national title in 10 years with a party at Ohio Stadium,
James Franklin's Four-Word Message After Major Penn State Coaching News
Former Ohio State defensive coordinator Jim Knowles is reportedly headed to Penn State to serve in the same role, and Nittany Lions head coach James Franklin shared a message in response to the major news.
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.
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.
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.
James Franklin Names His NFL MVP Without Hesitation
The Philadelphia Eagles — led by superstar running back Saquon Barkley — will face off against the back-to-back ...
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For James Franklin, his obsession over Penn State's preparation truly has been key to victory
James Franklin received a text from a former coaching buddy three days after Penn State's Fiesta Bowl win ... After briefly working in the NFL in 2005 as the Green Bay Packers' wide receivers ...
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What's next for Penn State after Orange Bowl loss? It starts with James Franklin, who's 1-18 vs. top-5 teams
Penn State reached the College Football ... But as the jewels of that class head off to the NFL, it's relevant to note Franklin has not recruited nearly as well in the time since.
James Franklin Reveals His ‘Welcome To Saquon Barkley’ Moment At Penn State
In a piece in The Athletic by Bruce Feldman, PSU head coach James Franklin recalls how Barkley was initially not highly ...
Jim Knowles contract details: Penn State reportedly makes DC highest-paid assistant
Here's what to know about former Ohio State defensive coordinator Jim Knowles' reported salary and contract details at Penn ...
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James Franklin’s contract details: What’s his salary with Penn State football and how many years are left?
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