Jim Knowles, 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.
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.
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.
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
Ohio State football defensive coordinator sidesteps rumors of departure
If Jim Knowles has any plans to leave his current job, he is giving no early indications. Amid ongoing rumors, the Ohio State defensive coordinator shrugged off a question about his future, saying he is only focused on the Buckeyes’ upcoming matchup with Notre Dame in the College Football Playoff National Championship Game.
Ohio State DC Jim Knowles Talks Oklahoma Rumors at CFP Media Day
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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.
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Jim Knowles addresses Oklahoma speculation ahead of National Championship game
Jim Knowles has been linked to the open Oklahoma defensive coordinator job. Ahead of the national championship, he commented on those rumors.
Ohio State defensive coordinator Jim Knowles hopes to light victory cigar, add CFP title to lengthy resume
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Ohio State Assistant Gives Stern Response To Concerning Rumor
Ohio State defensive coordinator Jim Knowles has helped restore the Buckeyes defense back to prominence this season, ...
Ohio State Coach's Six-Word Response to New Job Rumors Before National Championship
The 59-year-old coach has previous DC stints at Oklahoma State (2018-2021), Duke (2010 to 2017) and Western Michigan ...