The Patriots are 9-2, riding an eight-game winning streak and set to face off against a depleted Bengals team.

Let’s answer your questions in our weekly Patriots mailbag.

That’s a really good question. As you said, Drake Maye is the most irreplaceable player on the roster.

Behind him, based on depth, I think Christian Gonzalez, Will Campbell and Robert Spillane might be the most invaluable starters.

The Patriots lost their only two games of the season without Gonzalez. If he or Carlton Davis suffered injuries, it would mean more snaps outside for Marcus Jones and a top-three cornerback role for Charles Woods.

Campbell’s backups at left tackle are Vederian Lowe and Marcus Bryant. Morgan Moses also deserves a spot on this list, but it’s somewhat easier to get by without a starting right

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