Shaun Alexander was 1 rushing yard away from the 2004 rushing title.

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=1958262

Memo to Shaun: You're a great player. But which it's more important: a rushing title or a division crown? Team first, Shaun. Team first.

Do you hear Curtis Martin complaining about a rushing title? Nope.