The latest on several program’s pursuit of Ohio State DC Jim Knowles, who FootballScoop.com says that Oklahoma, Penn State and Notre Dame are all considering massive offers.
Oklahoma has maintained quiet confidence about its chances to hire the architect of the nation’s top total, yards per play and scoring defense. Industry sources told FootballScoop that the Sooners are prepared to offer up to $3 million a year. Meanwhile, multiple sources told FootballScoop that Penn State has offered Knowles a package totaling $3.2 million a year. Notre Dame has shown interest after losing Al Golden to the NFL, sources told FootballScoop.