Coming off a 6-11 season and last-place finish in the NFC West, the 49ers know the importance of getting off to a fast start.

And in an ultra-balanced division, nothing figures to come easy.

The 49ers have 10 rookies on their 53-man roster, so they will need immediate contributions from their youngsters. However, the 49ers will go as far as their veteran nucleus will take them.

The 49ers’ mix of inexperience and veteran stars will receive a big test against the Seahawks, who finished out of the playoff picture last season despite a 10-7 record in Mike Macdonald’s first season as head coach.

Here are five 49ers to watch on Sunday when the NFC West rivals kick off the regular season:

CB Deommodore Lenoir

If last year was cornerback Deommodore Lenoir’ s breakout season, this could be

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