new york was unable to build on their 1970 success. tarkenton left the team's 1971 training camp in a salary dispute, before coming back a few days later after signing a one-year contract. in place of a salary increase, tarkenton had asked for a large loan to get a tax break, but the maras turned it down, and made sure the press knew the raise and loan were denied. johnson missed most of the season with a knee injury, and the giants dropped to 4–10. before the 1972 season they traded tarkenton, who frequently feuded with webster, back to the vikings. initially the trade produced positive results, as new york rallied to finish 8–6 in 1972. the 1972 team was led by veteran journeyman quarterback norm snead (acquired in the trade for tarkenton), who led the league in passing and had the best season of his career. they set a still-standing team record on november 26 when they scored 62 points via eight touchdowns and two field goals. after the 1972 season however, the giants suffered one of the worst prolonged stretches in their history. meanwhile, tarkenton would lead the vikings to three super bowls and establish a hall of fame resume.