Purdue's passing game is ready to prepare for the next level. Boilermakers quarterback Aidan O'Connell, receiver Charlie Jones and tight end Payne Durham are opting out of the Jan. 2 Citrus Bowl to prepare for the 2023 NFL Draft. "I have decided to opt o ut of the bowl game," O'Connell wrote on Instagram. "This was an incredibly difficult decision. However, I feel that it is the right one for my family and I. "Ever grateful, ever true." O'Connell completed 64.1% of his passes this year for 3,490 yards, 2 2 touchdowns and 13 interceptions.His career numbers: 66.7%, 9,219 yards, 65 TDs and 30 INTs. Jones had 110 receptions for 1,361 yards and 12 TDs, and Durham had 56 catches for 560 yards and 8 TDs. O'Connell has had an eventful year, getting marri ed shortly before the season began and dealing with the death of his brother during the season. Current draft projections place him as a potential mid-round pick, Jones is projected as a mid- to late-round pick, and Durham a mid-round pick. - Indianapoli s Star/News
rSr/2023 QB Aidan OConnell, Purdue
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