According to reports, Penn State is finalizing a deal to lure defensive coordinator Jim Knowles away from Ohio State.

Fresh off a national championship run with Ohio State, Buckeyes defensive coordinator Jim Knowles has accepted the same position at Big Ten rival Penn State, Matt Zentiz confirms. Though the exact numbers of the deal aren't public yet,

The Nittany Lions' new defensive coordinator has a track record of success as a play caller through a lengthy career.