The result ended any hopes of Gregor Townsend’s men winning the tournament and enhanced the French hopes of landing it for the first time since 2010.
It was difficult afternoon for the Scots, who were put to the sword by a ruthless French performance while also making mistakes of their own.
We talk you through how each player fared at BT Murrayfield and give them a score out of ten.
5. Grant Gilchrist
Held his own in the lineout as the Scots nicked one from France and lost one on their own throw. 6 Photo: Craig Williamson - SNS Group / SRU
6. Nick Haining
A late call-up to the starting XV after Hamish Watson’s positive Covid test but his game ended early in the second half due to a shoulder injury. Acquitted himself well in first half. 7 Photo: Craig Williamson - SNS Group / SRU
7. Rory Darge
His first start for Scotland and he marked the occasion with a try. Won good turnover ball but was outmuscled as Damian Penaud scored his first try. 7 Photo: Ross Parker - SNS Group / SRU
8. Magnus Bradbury
Part of the new look back row, the No 8 found it tough against a far heavier French pack. 5 Photo: Craig Williamson - SNS Group / SRU