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Third downs, linebackers, safeties: Jim Knowles evaluates Penn State’s defensive progress

nate-mug-10.12.14by: Nate Bauer09/18/25NateBauerBWI
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Penn State head coach James Franklin and defensive coordinator Jim Knowles talk at practice. (File photo credit: Sean Fitz/BWI)

With Oregon looming, DC Jim Knowles says Penn State’s defense is ‘on track’ but still developing in key areas like third downs and depth.