Penn State has tons of returning talent in 2025, and smaller position groups like quarterback and running back are set with the likes of Drew Allar, Nick Singleton and Kaytron Allen. But when it comes to larger position groups?

In a move that shocked college football fans, defensive coordinator Jim Knowles — fresh off helping Ohio State win a national championship — decided to leave the Buckeyes and take the same job with the Penn State Nittany Lions.

After Penn State football added Jim Knowles, the defensive coordinator comments on what his aspirations are with the team.