Penn State not retaining Jim Knowles, who’ll join Tennessee
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Jim Knowles, former defensive coordinator for Ohio State and Penn State, is set to join the Vols, marking a pivotal shift for Tennessee under coach Josh Heupel.
Current Penn State and former Ohio State defensive coordinator Jim Knowles found out his fate in college football for the 2026 season.
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Jim Knowles leaving Penn State for massive role at rival SEC program
Penn State defensive coordinator Jim Knowles is negotiating his buyout and heading to Tennessee. ESPN’s Pete Thamel broke the news Wednesday afternoon that the Volunteers have targeted Knowles to replace Tim Banks,
The Penn State Nittany Lions are reportedly losing defensive coordinator Jim Knowles to an intriguing SEC program.
Matt Campbell didn't waste time putting his stamp on Penn State football. Within days of being introduced as the program's new head coach, Campbell made his first defining staff decision: Defensive coordinator Jim Knowles will not be retained.