It fits best at halfback with a fit of 38.1 — 623rd of 1025 at that position, and 88th in Kanto. Its next best use is defensive end at 38.0.
Speed is king, Attack is the hammer behind it. Bulk helps a little, mostly for falling forward on short yardage. Special stats are dead weight — this is a pure athleticism spot.

The six numbers the game reads. Everything on this page is derived from them.
The working behind the 38.1 fit, line by line.
| Value | Of ceiling | Weight | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| Speed65 | 41% | 34% | 13.9 |
| Attack72 | 43% | 30% | 13.0 |
| HP61 | 32% | 16% | 5.0 |
| Weight19.5 kg | 31% | 10% | 3.1 |
| Defense57 | 31% | 10% | 3.1 |
| Fit at Halfback | 38.1 | ||
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 | 33.1 | 693rd | 98th |
| Halfback | 38.1 | 623rd | 88th |
| Fullbackfullback only | 34.5 | 659th | 93rd |
| Slot receiverslot only | 37.3 | 617th | 91st |
| Wide receiver | 37.3 | 613th | 92nd |
| Tight end | 35.5 | 636th | 91st |
| Offensive line | 32.2 | 672nd | 98th |
| Defensive end | 38.0 | 627th | 88th |
| Nose tackle3-4 only | 33.6 | 643rd | 93rd |
| Defensive tackle4-3 only | 35.1 | 648th | 95th |
| Outside linebacker | 37.6 | 658th | 88th |
| Inside linebacker3-4 only | 36.0 | 680th | 91st |
| Middle linebacker4-3 only | 35.8 | 682nd | 92nd |
| Cornerback | 36.4 | 643rd | 94th |
| Safety | 33.5 | 694th | 96th |
Nidorino is best used at halfback, but you still draft and play in the game itself.
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