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Saturday, September 13, 2025
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Why Penn State Was Always the Dream Job

In this episode of Next Up with Adam Breneman, Penn State defensive coordinator Jim Knowles opens up about his journey to Happy Valley and what it means to coach at the school he grew up idolizing.

From his first impressions of the Penn State culture to the fast-moving process that led him to take the job, Knowles brings you an inside look at one of college football’s top defensive minds. He breaks down how he’s merging his aggressive defensive philosophy with Penn State’s proud traditions, what great programs all have in common, and why caring for players is the foundation of elite teams.

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