What Ohio State football asked Jim Knowles after he bolted for Penn State…read more
Penn State Poaches Ohio State Defensive Coordinator Jim Knowles in Major Move
The rivalry between Penn State and Ohio State has intensified with the shocking departure of defensive coordinator Jim Knowles from the Buckeyes. Less than a week after Ohio State’s national championship victory, Knowles accepted a lucrative three-year, $9.3 million deal with Penn State, leaving Ohio State fans and officials stunned.
According to reports, Ohio State had tried to retain Knowles by offering him an extension, but their offer reportedly fell short of the competition. In the lead-up to the national championship game, Knowles’ representatives attempted to negotiate a new deal, but the proposed terms failed to meet expectations. As a result, Penn State swooped in with an irresistible offer, securing a key figure to strengthen their defense.
Ohio State, displeased with Knowles’ decision, requested that he not attend the Buckeyes’ championship celebrations while he deliberated his options. The move has left a bitter taste, especially since Knowles’ leadership had transformed Ohio State into one of the nation’s top defensive teams.
For Penn State, Knowles brings championship experience and a winning mentality. His arrival could be a game-changer as the Nittany Lions aim to establish themselves as serious contenders in the Big Ten and beyond. Meanwhile, Ohio State is left searching for a worthy repla
cement.
