Hawaii long has been a key recruiting area for UNLV's football program, and there is a natural rivalry between the Rebels and that state's flagship university.
Eight native Hawaiians are on UNLV's roster, and three are expected to play when the Rainbow Warriors visit Sam Boyd Stadium at 3 p.m. Saturday.
TAU LOTULELEI
Position: Linebacker
Year: Junior
Hometown: Kihei (Maui)
Impact at UNLV: Led the Rebels in 2014 with 100 tackles and 10½ for loss. Has 48 tackles this season with team-high 8½ for loss.