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.
13. Chris Harris
Looked to have played in Hogg for a try but full-back fumbled. Had to go off at half-time after head knock. 5 Photo: Ross Parker - SNS Group / SRU
14. Darcy Graham
Started brightly but his attacking opportunities became more limited as France stretched their lead. 6 Photo: Craig Williamson - SNS Group / SRU
15. Stuart Hogg
Will have nightmares about the dropped pass just before half-time when Scotland trailed 12-10. 6 Photo: Ross MacDonald - SNS Group
16. Mark Bennett
First Six Nations outings of the season for Oli Kebble, Jamie Hodgson and Mark Bennett, pictured. Photo: Ross MacDonald - SNS Group