UConn LB Marquise Vann (46) attempts to tackle BYU QB Taysom Hill (4) in the first quarter on August 29, 2014 at Rentschler Field in East Hartford, CT

UConn LB Marquise Vann (46) attempts to tackle BYU QB Taysom Hill (4) in the first quarter on August 29, 2014 at Rentschler Field in East Hartford, CT

We all know that UConn Huskies LB Marquise Vann will be ready to lead the defense against the Cincinnati Bearcats tonight. But you’ll have to forgive him if he’s happy about playing Cincinnati, his hometown team.

With the Huskies playing the Bearcats, Vann’s family will be making the trip to see him play in person at Rentschler Field tonight. It’s a luxury not afforded to him that often so you know he’ll make the most of it.

Vann is also looking forward seeing Cincy defensive coordinator Hank Hughes who was the defensive coordinator among many other positions during his time at UConn.

Watch and/or listen below as Vann talks about seeing his family as well as seeing Hughes.

photo credit: ian bethune