Knowles, Penn State and James Franklin

Penn State football adds pair of defensive analysts with ties to new DC Jim Knowles
The Nittany Lions lost some analysts when Tom Allen went to Clemson. A couple of those spots have now been filled.
Jim Knowles Praises James Franklin's 'Defensive Culture' at Penn State
In a new interview, Penn State's defensive coordinator says he's going to build the No. 1 defense with the Nittany Lions.
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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.
What James Franklin, new defensive coordinator Jim Knowles said about Penn State football
Penn State made the hiring of new defensive coordinator Jim Knowles official on Monday. Here's what each had to say about the move
Penn State adds two staff members with connections to Jim Knowles
Penn State has reportedly added Shane Eachus as a defensive backs coach and Brent Zdebski as an analyst. Both have previously worked with Knowles in some capacity at previous stops in his coaching journey.
Penn State introduces Jim Knowles
Penn State introduced new defensive coordinator Jim Knowles to the media on Tuesday afternoon. The 2025 Pro Bowl games have concluded, which involved a flag football game. The NFC prevailed overall by a score of 76-63,
Staff Update: Penn State Adds 2 Analysts With Ties to Jim Knowles
As hard as it may be still for some to believe, Jim Knowles is Penn State football’s defense coordinator, and the program has added
Where in the world was Penn State’s coaching staff in January? Recapping an important recruiting period
Kreul is an elite prospect in the next cycle, ranking as the No. 6 edge rusher and a high four-star. At 6-3 and 230 pounds, ...
What to Know About Penn State Football's 2025 Recruiting Class
Penn State coach James Franklin signed 27 players in the 2025 recruiting class, many of whom already have begun training with ...
Where does Penn State football's recruiting class rank going into February Signing Day?
The February signing day is quickly approaching, and Penn State football has a chance to add to its 2025 recruiting class.
Jim Knowles zeroes in on helping Penn State reach national championship aspirations: 'That's not just talk'
The new Nittany Lions defensive coordinator spoke about his goals during the introductory press conference on Tuesday ...
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Penn State head coach James Franklin discusses LaVar Arrington II, keeping Andrew Olesh and much more on National Signing Day
Penn State had another boring National Signing Day, but if you asked head coach James Franklin, he’d be the first to tell you that he’s just fine with that. The Class of 2025, which finished No. 13 ...
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Penn State could mimic Michigan's College Football Playoff run, but James Franklin isn't Jim Harbaugh
Jim Harbaugh performed woefully bad in the postseason before winning the national championship. You don’t win the big game until you do. Michigan’s khaki king never won a College Football Playoff game ...
Why Jim Knowles walked: Philosophical clash at Ohio State leads to fresh start, historic payday at Penn State
Jim Knowles' defense is not static and is certainly malleable to suggestions, but even a veteran coach has a breaking point ...
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 ...
Penn State Linked to Top 10 Class of 2026 Prospect
Arrington scored 10 touchdowns while also forcing three turnovers and seven pass breakups in his junior year at Mount Mesa high school. Additionally, he runs track and won California state titles for ...