Cutoff (CO)
The seat immediately right of the button. As one of the strongest positions, it acts after most opponents post-flop and only loses position to the button. Reference 6-max 100bb RFI share: 26.7% (354/1,326 combos — see charts).
| Table types | 9-max / 6-max |
|---|---|
| Preflop acting order | 6 |
In depth
The Cutoff (CO) is the position immediately to the right of the button. As one of the strongest seats at the table, it provides a post-flop advantage by acting after most opponents in subsequent betting rounds. Its positional strength is second only to the button, offering a strategic edge through observed opponent actions before decision-making.
An educational explanation of concepts; not specific betting instructions.