Former Buckeyes coach Jim Knowles finds out his career fate for 2026 season

Current Penn State and former Ohio State defensive coordinator Jim Knowles found out his fate in college football for the 2026 season.

Tennessee's Josh Heupel makes career-defining move with PSU's Jim Knowles, future in jeopardy

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Penn State Will Have a New Defensive Coordinator Under Matt Campbell

Jim Knowles reportedly is leaving the Nittany Lions after one season in which he was the nation's highest-paid assistant.
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Jim Knowles' ties with David Cutcliffe

Knowles was hired by then-Ole Miss head coach David Cutcliffe in 2003. He was the Rebels' linebackers coach and recruiting coordinator. Knowles left Ole Miss after one season and served as Cornell's head coach from 2004-09, compiling a 26-34 record.
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Jim Knowles Will Not Join Matt Campbell’s Staff

Penn State defensive coordinator Jim Knowles is not being retained by Matt Campbell, sources tell @On3sports. Former Ohio State and Oklahoma State defensive coordinator. https://t.co/bFtwfr9iif pic.twitter.com/pMtZsrH4pj

Penn State QBs coach Danny O’Brien joining James Franklin at Virginia Tech, per source

Another Penn State assistant will follow James Franklin to Virginia Tech. Quarterbacks coach Danny O’Brien is set to join the Hokies, according to a source. He joins tight ends coach Ty Howle, who will also be joining Franklin but as the team’s offensive coordinator.
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