Jim Knowles gave ESPN candid comments about "grueling" atmosphere in Columbus, where fan pressure and internal dynamics create a pressure cooker even championship coaches struggle to endure.

In explaining his move to Penn State this offseason, Jim Knowles said that he had hoped to remain with Ohio State, but it didn't offer him an extension before the national championship game.

Penn State’s secondary is replacing a pair of talented safeties (Jaylen Reed, Kevin Winston Jr.) and two corners (Jalen Kimber, Cam Miler) who were part of the Lions’ 2024 rotations. But there is plenty of returning talent at both positions.