Over the past 24 hours, several key developments and insights have emerged in the world of fantasy football as teams and players prepare for Week 12 of the NFL season.

### Tight End Struggles and Taysom Hill's Upside

The tight end position has continued to be a source of frustration for fantasy managers, with top-drafted tight ends like Travis Kelce and Evan Engram underperforming significantly in Week 11. Kelce, the top tight end drafted, scored a mere 1.8 points, while Engram managed only 5.3 points. In contrast, Taysom Hill has shown consistent upside, scoring 38.5 points in Week 11 and reinforcing his status as a reliable top-10 tight end for the third consecutive season[1].

### Detroit Lions' Offense on Fire

The Detroit Lions had an explosive Week 11, with Jared Goff throwing four touchdown passes. Amon-Ra St. Brown and David Montgomery each scored two touchdowns, while Jameson Williams and Jahmyr Gibbs also found the end zone. This performance boosts the confidence in starting Lions players, despite a tougher schedule ahead[1].

### Bye Weeks and Waiver Wire Activity

Six teams are on a bye in Week 12: the Bengals, Bills, Falcons, Jaguars, Jets, and Saints. This has heightened the importance of waiver wire pickups to fill the gaps in fantasy lineups. Fantasy managers are advised to check waiver wire recommendations and weekly rankings to make informed roster decisions[1][2].

### IDP Waiver Wire Pickups

For those in IDP (Individual Defensive Player) leagues, several defensive players are recommended as waiver wire pickups due to injuries and bye weeks. Notable pickups include linebackers like Malcolm Rodriguez (Detroit Lions) and Jerome Baker (Tennessee Titans), defensive linemen such as Tuli Tuipulotu (Los Angeles Chargers) and Za’Darius Smith (Detroit Lions), and defensive backs like Jordan Fuller (Carolina Panthers) and Ar’Darius Washington (Baltimore Ravens)[2].

### Bold Predictions and Matchup Insights

One bold prediction for Week 12 is that the Eagles’ defense will hold both Cooper Kupp and Puka Nacua to under 100 receiving yards. Additionally, there are several over-under and against-the-spread predictions, including the Patriots-Dolphins game going over 46 points and the Steelers-Browns game going under 36 points[1].

### Rest-of-Season Rankings

As the season progresses, rest-of-season rankings are becoming increasingly important. These rankings help fantasy managers assess the long-term value of their players and make strategic decisions for the remainder of the season. Players' performances in recent weeks are being factored into these rankings to provide a clearer picture of their potential[4].

In summary, the past 24 hours have seen significant discussions around tight end performances, the Detroit Lions' strong offense, the impact of bye weeks, and key waiver wire pickups, especially in IDP leagues. As Week 12 approaches, fantasy managers are advised to stay informed and adjust their lineups accordingly to maximize their chances of success.