New San Francisco 49ers pass rusher Elvis Dumervil has had some time to watch young cornerback Rashard Robinson in action. So far, the veteran really likes what he sees.

When pressed about what excites him, Dumervil gave Robinson some high praise.

“I think he can be the best corner in this division.”

The best in the NFC West would indicate that Robinson will outperform Seattle Seahawks Pro Bowl and Super Bowl champion cornerback Richard Sherman. Arizona Cardinals cornerback Patrick Peterson would also fall behind in Dumervil’s pecking order.

“That’s what I’m telling you,” Dumervil said, not backing off his belief in Robinson. “I know who the corners are.”

Robinson, a fourth-round pick of the 49ers in 2016, tallied one interception, defended eight passes and combined for 28 tackles in his rookie year. He was also among the best rookie defensive backs in the game from a coverage standpoint.