Gregor Townsend' s side recorded a stunning 11-6 win over England at Twickenham, ending a hoodoo which stood since 1983.
The 25-24 defeat to Wales at BT Murrayfield was even more disappointing due to the manner of it. Scotland were in a strong position, tries from Darcy Graham and Stuart Hogg gave the team a 17-8 lead at the break and even led 24-20 despite being down to 14 men following Zander Fagerson’s red card.
After the high of last week, Scotland have to deal with the low of dropping to fourth place in the Six Nations table.
They are back in action at he end of the month against France.
Returning to this evening’s encounter, how did the players rate out of ten?
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1. Rory Sutherland - 6
Scrummaged well but didn't enjoy the domination of last week. Photo: Brendan Moran - SNS Group
2. George Turner - 6
Up against it in tough hooker battle with the wily Ken Owens. Photo: Craig Williamson - SNS Group / SRU
3. Zander Fagerson - 4
Costly red-card left Scotland short-handed for 27 minutes of the second half. Photo: Craig Williamson - SNS Group / SRU
4. Scott Cummings - 6
Thought he had scored second-half try but ruled out for blocking. Photo: Craig Williamson - SNS Group / SRU