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This much is certain: For the first time since 2016, Purdue’s season-opening starter at quarterback won’t be Elijah Sindelar. The rifle-armed Kentuckian opted not to use the sixth year of eligibility he was granted last year. So, this spring, the staff will begin the process of looking for a No. 1 man. The top contenders are junior Aidan O’Connell and sophomore Jack Plummer. The jury remains out on both.