IMO I think you are underestimating the "key" guys. The Gold Cup (albeit not as successful as the manager wanted it to be) was a testament to the quality of our team, and it solidified some guys as key players when so many were absent.
Eustaquio, Davies, David, Larin, Atiba, Johnston, Vitoria is who you listed to which I agree are key players.
But I would also add Buchanan, Laryea,...I had Borjan in there originally but you're right (like in the Gold Cup) we have seen he can be replaced by Crepeau.
However for you to basically put Buchanan and Millar, Laryea and ZBG on the same level is beyonnnd me.
Buchanan has etched himself as a key piece within a year of putting on a red jersey. There's a reason why he's easily surpassed Millar with in that time frame. His consistent output at club and country is immense, and it's ridiculous to say that if we don't have him we have Millar. Full stop disagree.
Likewise for Laryea...completely different abilities as to ZBG. I haven't seen ZBG do what Laryea has. But it's not to say that these guys can't come into the position and do a job, the main question is "will there be drop off"...absolutely. Which makes them not key guys - for me. Right now- right now, those guys (Tajon, Richie) threat level lets just say is on 8. ZBG, Millar, is on 5.
But go ahead, I'm not mad atcha you, you too want a signed jersey.😁