It fits best at middle linebacker with a fit of 49.0 — 429th of 1025 at that position, and 45th in Alola. Its next best use is inside linebacker at 48.4.
The 4-3 counterpart to the inside linebackers, and the most valuable defensive spot in that front. It trades a little Attack and Defense for Sp. Def and Speed, so a coverage-capable bruiser is ideal.

The six numbers the game reads. Everything on this page is derived from them.
The working behind the 49.0 fit, line by line.
| Value | Of ceiling | Weight | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| Defense130 | 92% | 24% | 22.0 |
| Sp. Def130 | 92% | 14% | 12.8 |
| Attack60 | 33% | 28% | 9.3 |
| HP55 | 27% | 18% | 4.8 |
| Speed5 | 0% | 16% | 0.0 |
| Fit at Middle linebacker | 49.0 | ||
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 7 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quarterback | 30.6 | 734th | 65th |
| Halfback | 23.5 | 886th | 80th |
| Fullbackfullback only | 38.6 | 586th | 55th |
| Slot receiverslot only | 21.9 | 903rd | 80th |
| Wide receiver | 15.0 | 955th | 82nd |
| Tight end | 32.6 | 692nd | 63rd |
| Offensive line | 42.8 | 494th | 47th |
| Defensive end | 24.3 | 858th | 76th |
| Nose tackle3-4 only | 33.3 | 649th | 58th |
| Defensive tackle4-3 only | 30.6 | 723rd | 65th |
| Outside linebacker | 37.6 | 661st | 63rd |
| Inside linebacker3-4 only | 48.4 | 441st | 44th |
| Middle linebacker4-3 only | 49.0 | 429th | 45th |
| Cornerback | 36.3 | 644th | 60th |
| Safety | 43.3 | 513th | 49th |
Pyukumuku is best used at middle linebacker, but you still draft and play in the game itself.
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