It fits best at middle linebacker with a fit of 61.3 — 153rd of 1025 at that position, and 10th in Johto. Its next best use is safety at 61.0.
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 61.3 fit, line by line.
| Value | Of ceiling | Weight | Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| Defense110 | 75% | 24% | 18.0 |
| Sp. Def130 | 92% | 14% | 12.8 |
| Attack65 | 38% | 28% | 10.5 |
| HP95 | 58% | 18% | 10.4 |
| Speed65 | 41% | 16% | 6.5 |
| Dark type bonusDark | 100% | 3% | +3.0 |
| Fit at Middle linebacker | 61.3 | ||
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 2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Quarterback | 51.8 | 317th | 26th |
| Halfback | 45.7 | 475th | 38th |
| Fullbackfullback only | 51.5 | 364th | 32nd |
| Slot receiverslot only | 48.2 | 410th | 36th |
| Wide receiver | 44.0 | 496th | 42nd |
| Tight end | 48.8 | 414th | 32nd |
| Offensive line | 57.1 | 249th | 23rd |
| Defensive end | 47.2 | 446th | 33rd |
| Nose tackle3-4 only | 50.9 | 357th | 31st |
| Defensive tackle4-3 only | 48.8 | 395th | 31st |
| Outside linebacker | 55.4 | 294th | 20th |
| Inside linebacker3-4 only | 59.8 | 202nd | 12th |
| Middle linebacker4-3 only | 61.3 | 153rd | 10th |
| Cornerback | 59.2 | 228th | 20th |
| Safety | 61.0 | 136th | 11th |
Umbreon is best used at middle linebacker, but you still draft and play in the game itself.
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