Why is Jim Knowles a great fit to lead Penn State's defense? Get to know the former Ohio State assistant coach

Knowles would join James Franklin's Penn State staff after three seasons at Ohio State, where he won a national championship.

The Philadelphia native and St. Joseph’s Prep alum will become Penn State ’s next defensive coordinator, according to multiple reports on Sunday. Knowles has been with Ohio State since 2022, and reportedly will be the highest-paid coordinator in college football history. The deal, according to ESPN, is worth $3.1 million over three years.