Paris Musketeers crush Helvetic Mercenaries in ELF shutout
The Paris Musketeers (5-2) obliterated the home team Helvetic Mercenaries from Switzerland (0-6) 62-0 in European League of Football action, delivering a historic defensive shutout and offensive clinic to solidify playoff momentum.
Offensive firepower overwhelms
Quarterback Jaylon Henderson (9/13, 119 yards, 2 TDs) orchestrated a merciless attack, scoring three touchdowns on his own while throwing for two. Running back Nicolas Khandar dominated with 98 rushing yards and two scores, fueling a 242-yard ground assault. The Musketeers scored on nine consecutive drives, including Henderson’s 27-yard strike to Hugo Tekedam (3 catches, 59 yards), and converted all six red-zone chances.
Defensive dominance historic
Paris suffocated Helvetic, allowing just 71 total yards (1.4 yards per play) and forcing four turnovers. The Musketeers defensive front seven tallied three sacks, while the secondary intercepted quarterback Josiah Norwood (9/21, 55 yards, 1 INT). A fourth-quarter safety via blocked punt capped the shutout, Paris’s first of 2025.
Key statistics
- Total yards: Paris 402, Helvetic 71
- Third downs: Paris 3/10, Helvetic 1/13
- Turnovers: Paris 0, Helvetic 4
Playoff implications
The Musketeers strengthened their postseason bid with a balanced attack (172 passing, 242 rushing yards). Helvetic, debuting former special teams standout Devan Burrell, remains winless, managing only three first downs.
Scoring highlights
- Q1: Henderson 27-yard TD pass (7-0), Khandar 12-yard rush (14-0)
- Q2: Khandar 24-yard TD run (45-0)
- Q4: Safety via blocked punt (74-0)
What’s next
Paris hosts the Vienna Vikings on July 13, while Helvetic hosts the Munich Ravens on July 12. The Musketeers’ ruthless efficiency (6.5 yards per play) signals title intent; Helvetic seeks answers after their sixth straight defeat.
