Jim Knowles, Ohio State and Oklahoma

Oklahoma Legend Bob Stoops Thinks Jim Knowles Would Be a 'Home Run' Hire
Weeks after Zac Alley departed from Oklahoma in favor of West Virginia, the Sooners are rumored to be targeting Ohio State's accomplished defensive coordinator.
What Ohio State football’s Jim Knowles said about rumors connecting him to Oklahoma
Ohio State defensive coordinator Jim Knowles was asked about rumors connecting him to an opening with Oklahoma football. Here's what he said.
What did Ohio State's Jim Knowles say about OU defensive coordinator rumors?
In recent days, current Ohio State and former Oklahoma State defensive coordinator Jim Knowles has been heavily linked to Oklahoma’s DC vacancy.
Ohio State DC Jim Knowles Talks Oklahoma Rumors at CFP Media Day
The Buckeyes defensive coordinator is focused on beating Notre Dame for the national championship, but he's long been rumored to be on Brent Venables' wish list.
Why Jim Knowles leaving Ohio State for OU football is unlikely but not impossible
Jim Knowles has a pretty good gig at Ohio State, but could he be lured to OU? Why the defensive coordinator move isn't completely impossible.
Jim Knowles responds to Oklahoma Sooners rumors
After replacing Mississippi State head coach Jeff Lebby as OC, Littrell was fired in October, when Finley was promoted to play-caller on an interim basis, as was Johns to coach the QBs. Finley remains on staff to coach the tight ends, but Johns is now coaching quarterbacks at Oklahoma State.
Jim Knowles addresses Oklahoma speculation ahead of title game
Speaking at media day ahead of the College Football Playoff national championship game on Saturday, Knowles sidestepped the question. Knowles was the third-highest paid assistant in college football in 2024, earning $2.2 million. He remains under contract through 2026. Oklahoma paid Alley $850,000.
Ohio State football defensive coordinator sidesteps rumors of departure
Ohio State DC Jim Knowles was dismissive of job offer rumors ahead of College Football Playoff National Championship Game vs. Notre Dame
Top defensive coordinator candidate finally speaks up about rumors regarding Oklahoma Sooners connection
So for the last few weeks, the Sooners have been without a defensive coordinator and an assistant general manager, yet have landed some big-time defensive recruits. However, even
What Ohio State defensive coordinator Jim Knowles said about rumors to join OU football
Ohio State defensive coordinator Jim Knowles responded Saturday during to the rumors linking him to OU's opening.
Former Oklahoma State DC Set to Coach National Championship Game
A former Cowboy coach is set to compete for the national championship. On Monday night, the first champion of the 12-team ...
Ohio State defensive coordinator Jim Knowles hopes to light victory cigar, add CFP title to lengthy resume
Jim Knowles is at his most comfortable hiding in an office, door closed, with a cup of coffee as he dissects plays and draws ...