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Originally Posted by WhiteWhale
I would not try to explain the concept of 'correlation does not equal causation". People on message boards like linear thinking.
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As fans, on the oustside of the locker room, coaching and player meetings, we are left with an ability to examine correlation.
Sure, we can attempt to look at causation, but any such attempt would be woefully incomplete.
Also, as fans with opinions, we tend to argue correlation concepts when they favor us, and causation comments when we are trying to refute an argument.
Honestly, the reality is that none of us have it right. Not 100% anyway. Heck, the coaches themselves don't have it right 100%.
This isn't like putting together a puzzle. Football players are human. All kinds of things affect their performance.
While I agree with you, that correlation does not equal causation, I would further state that any examination of causation without all the facts is futile.