It fits best at tight end with a fit of 74.1 — 53rd of 1025 at that position, and 3rd in Kanto. Its next best use is defensive tackle at 72.2.
The most well-rounded offensive job: Attack, Defense and HP all count, a bit of Speed keeps it usable in the pass game, and weight and height both add a nudge. Jacks of all trades, masters of none.

The six numbers the game reads. Everything on this page is derived from them.
The working behind the 74.1 fit, line by line.
| Value | Of ceiling | Weight | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attack125 | 88% | 24% | 21.0 |
| Weight235 kg | 88% | 14% | 12.3 |
| Height6.5 m | 100% | 12% | 12.0 |
| Defense79 | 49% | 20% | 9.8 |
| HP95 | 58% | 16% | 9.2 |
| Speed81 | 55% | 14% | 7.8 |
| Water type bonusWater | 100% | 2% | +2.0 |
| Fit at Tight end | 74.1 | ||
Fit is the 0–100 rating the game keeps hidden. Ranks compare against all 1,025 Pokémon and against its own generation.
| Position | Fit | Rank, all | Rank, Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quarterback | 54.0 | 277th | 35th |
| Halfback | 68.0 | 87th | 5th |
| Fullbackfullback only | 71.7 | 88th | 6th |
| Slot receiverslot only | 62.7 | 166th | 22nd |
| Wide receiver | 67.3 | 131st | 19th |
| Tight end | 74.1 | 53rd | 3rd |
| Offensive line | 67.7 | 113th | 6th |
| Defensive end | 70.6 | 73rd | 3rd |
| Nose tackle3-4 only | 72.0 | 85th | 5th |
| Defensive tackle4-3 only | 72.2 | 75th | 5th |
| Outside linebacker | 65.1 | 115th | 8th |
| Inside linebacker3-4 only | 64.7 | 110th | 7th |
| Middle linebacker4-3 only | 64.9 | 95th | 5th |
| Cornerback | 66.8 | 102nd | 12th |
| Safety | 59.0 | 158th | 16th |
Gyarados is best used at tight end, but you still draft and play in the game itself.
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