As Week 12 approaches, fantasy managers assess their teams' standings—whether they are contenders or in the basement. The San Francisco 49ers, currently at 5-5, face a tough schedule ahead, raising questions about their aging roster and the future of key players like Nick Bosa and Brock Purdy.

In fantasy rankings, T.J. Watt and Calijah Kancey emerge as top performers, while Nick Bosa's injury concerns cast doubt on his effectiveness. Linebackers like Jerome Baker and Troy Andersen also highlight the challenges of managing player expectations amid injuries.