Penn State is nearing an agreement with Ohio State defensive coordinator Jim Knowles to take the same position on the Nittany Lions coaching staff,

On Sunday, that became clear when Franklin hired Jim Knowles away from national champion Ohio State to become the Nittany Lions’ new defensive coordinator, replacing Tom Allen. But there’s more. A report surfaced that PSU will keep safeties coach Anthony Poindexter in the fold for 2025.

After he helped guide Ohio State to a national championship, Jim Knowles is finalizing a deal with Penn State to become the highest paid defensive coordinator in college football, ESPN reported Sunday.