Nine months have passed since Michigan exploited Jim Knowles’ Ohio State defense with big plays in a 45-23 rout of the Buckeyes. Eight months have elapsed since Georgia scored 42 points in the College Football Playoff semifinal to deny the Buckeyes a chance for the national title. The scars remain fresh. “I won’t be over that until we write a new script,” Knowles said. “That’s the way it should be.” Ohio State Buckeyes defensive coordinator Jim Knowles coaches during the spring football game at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on April 16, 2022. Ohio State begins training camp on Thursday, and no coach is more in the spotlight than Knowles. Sure, Brian Hartline has added the offensive coordinator title to his duties as wide receivers coach. But Hartline isn’t expected to take over play-calling duties, at least not immediately. The defense falls squarely on Knowles’ shoulders. More: Wide receiver Chris Henry…
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