🔥 Is Jim Knowles' Defense Too Complicated? | Did It Lead to James Franklin's Firing at Penn State? 🔥 After the shocking news of James Franklin's firing, rumors are swirling around Penn State Football's coaching staff — and one name keeps coming up: Jim Knowles. The defensive coordinator brought his aggressive, high-IQ system from Ohio State to Happy Valley, but now insiders are questioning whether Knowles' complicated defense caused confusion, underperformance, and ultimately played a role in Franklin's downfall. In this episode, we break down: Why Jim Knowles' defensive system might have backfired at Penn State How player frustration and communication issues may have hurt the Nittany Lions The relationship between Franklin and Knowles — and whether tension played a role in the firing How Penn State's defense underachieved in key moments against ranked opponents What's next for Penn State's staff and whether Knowles will survive the shakeup Whether you're a Penn State fan, a Big Ten follower, or just love college football drama, this is your must-watch breakdown of how Jim Knowles' defense may have factored into the end of the James Franklin era. 👉 SUBSCRIBE for Penn State news, Big Ten updates & college football analysis 👍 LIKE if you think Jim Knowles' system is too complex for college football 💬 COMMENT your take — Did Knowles' defense cost James Franklin his job? #PennStateFootball #JimKnowles #JamesFranklin #CFB2025 #CollegeFootball #BigTenFootball #PennState #CFBNews #CollegeFootballPlayoff #CoachingChanges TO ADVERTISE ON THIS PODCAST PLEASE EMAIL: ad-sales@libsyn.com or go to https://advertising.libsyn.com VIP Subscribers: https://menace2sports.com/ - Coach's Film Room, Bourbon & Ball, and MORE! - Exclusive Content, Shows and Videos - Exclusive Call-In Ability for Live Shows - Starting at $10 a month! Subscribe to Our NEW YouTube Shows - Pound Town: Menace 2 the NFL and Cleveland Browns https://www.youtube.com/@MenacePoundTown - Paintin' Korners: Menace 2 Baseball https://www.youtube.com/@PaintinKorners AWAKEN 180 WEIGHTLOSS – Weightloss Made Easy Proven results: Lose 4–5 lbs weekly. No hunger, no complicated diets—just real results. UPSIDE – Cash Back Made Easy Download the UPSIDE App today CORNBREAD HEMP – Full Spectrum CBD Gummies, Oils, & More https://www.cornbreadhemp.com/pages/menace?discount=MENACE Promo Code "MENACE" for 30% Off AMINOCORE LABS – Unleashing Amino Excellence https://aminocorelabs.com/ Get 15% Off Your First Order with CODE: Menace15 GET A BOX – Get Rid of Cable TV and Unlock Every Channel Available https://getabox.com/menace Use Code "MENACE" for $25 OFF Any Box For the FULL Landscape of College Football, tune in: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menace2sports-with-zach-smith/id1464558838 Follow our show on social media: Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@menace2sports Twitter: https://twitter.com/Menace2Sports Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/menace2sports/ Undisputed Best Sports Handicapping Tool in the WORLD: GAMBLER'S TIER menace2sports.com/pages/subscribe College football is a game of explosive plays, immense passion, and endless thrills. Every Saturday during the college football season, the spirit of competition and excitement take the field as the nation's top student-athletes battle for gridiron glory. The powerhouses in college football are teams like Alabama, LSU, Ohio State, Clemson, and Florida, all of whom compete in the fiercely contested NCAA Football Bowl Subdivision. Whether it's a hard-fought rivalry, chaotic scene in the stands, or an unbelievable touchdown grab, college football fans of all ages, backgrounds, and regions experience the same passion and intensity each week. From the blue-blooded programs to the rising stars, college football will always be the people's game. Ohio State Football is one of the most successful college football programs in history. With a total of 9 National Championships, the Buckeyes have established themselves as a powerhouse in the NCAA. Led by head coach Ryan Day, Ohio State has become known for its hard-hitting, aggressive defense and a high-octane offensive attack. While their recent success has been rooted in their strong recruiting class and their 2014 national championship, the program has a long and storied history in the college football world. On any given Saturday, the OSU faithful can be found inside the famous Ohio Stadium cheering on the scarlet and gray. Regardless of the opponent, each game brings out the passion and excitement that Ohio State fans are so well known for. Follow the Buckeyes and join the Buckeye Nation in their quest to reach another championship. Go Bucks!