1 and 3 in outside pods on inside ONLY 1 and 3 used for inside pass or ruck 2/4/5 Make Up Center Pod 6 & 7 in outside pods on the outside line or front man Ball carrying and distribution option Also needed for rucking 8 is floating option. Only playmaker as last resort. Primary role is to cover gaps in 3-3-3 Secondary role is to inject into play Tertiary role is playmaker 9/10/15 Floating playmakers similar to 3-4-3 12/13 outside pods outside or front man. 11/14 covers wings as extra option from pods or flash
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