Already boasting the largest salary among college football assistants, Knowles' contract allows him to hit astronomical numbers

Knowles would join James Franklin's Penn State staff after three seasons at Ohio State, where he won a national championship.

As Ohio State’s celebration tour for the school’s ninth national title continues, some of the Buckeyes’ key defensive players are grappling with the departure of their defensive coordinator. Jim Knowles decided to leave Columbus for Big Ten rival Penn State after three years at Ohio State,