Former Ohio State football defensive coordinator Jim Knowles' tenure as Penn State's defensive coordinator is not going exactly as planned.

Knowles, a Philadelphia native, left the Buckeyes after winning the national championship in 2024 to join James Franklin's staff at Penn State. But on Oct. 12, Franklin was fired when Penn State started the season 3-3 and had three consecutive Big Ten losses.

Knowles remained on the Nittany Lions staff under interim head coach Terry Smith , including when Ohio State beat Penn State 38-14 on Nov. 1. After a long search, Penn State has found a new head coach, but what does that mean for Knowles?

Is ex-Ohio State defensive coordinator Jim Knowles staying at Penn State?

While not confirmed, there is a good chance Knowles' tenure as Penn State

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