Jim Knowles gave ESPN candid comments about "grueling" atmosphere in Columbus, where fan pressure and internal dynamics create a pressure cooker even championship coaches struggle to endure.

In explaining his move to Penn State this offseason, Jim Knowles said that he had hoped to remain with Ohio State, but it didn't offer him an extension before the national championship game.

STATE COLLEGE, Pa. -- On Jan. 22, two days after the 2024 season had officially ended with Ohio State beating Notre Dame to win the College Football Playoff national championship, Penn State coach James Franklin was in Philadelphia recruiting. His cellphone rang.