New York Jets cornerback Kris Boyd is fighting for his life after a shooting in Midtown Manhattan early Sunday morning. The incident took place around 2 a.m. on West 38th Street. Police responded to reports of gunfire and found Boyd with a gunshot wound to the abdomen.
He was rushed to Bellevue Hospital. His condition has been described as critical but stable. Authorities are still working to determine exactly what led to the shooting.
Reports say the incident began with an altercation outside a popular restaurant in the area. Details about the dispute remain unclear. Investigators have not confirmed whether Boyd was targeted or caught in a broader conflict.
The shooter fled the scene immediately. Multiple outlets report that the suspect escaped in a vehicle, though the NYPD has not released official information on a suspect or the car involved. Detectives are reviewing surveillance footage and continuing to collect witness statements.
Jets cornerback Kris Boyd in critical condition after NYC shooting https://t.co/pznNWBtTwn pic.twitter.com/LFDmXRe4ks
— New York Post (@nypost) November 16, 2025
The NYPD has not released Boyd’s name publicly, which is standard protocol in the early stages of an investigation. However, the New York Post identified the victim as the Jets defender based on confirmation from team and league sources.
No arrests have been made, and the investigation remains active. Boyd’s current medical status has not been updated beyond the initial reports of a critical but stable condition. Hospitals rarely release detailed information without approval from family or team representatives.
The Jets have acknowledged the situation and are monitoring developments.
“We are aware of the situation involving Kris Boyd and will have no further comment at this time,” the Jets said in a statement.
For now, there are more questions than answers. The next major update will likely come when police identify a suspect or make an arrest. Until then, the focus remains on Boyd’s recovery and the investigation around the events of that night.
Kris Boyd Joined the Jets This Year
Boyd entered the NFL in 2019 after a standout college career at Texas. The Minnesota Vikings selected him in the seventh round. He carved out a role on special teams during his time in Minnesota.
He also saw action as a rotational defensive back and developed a reputation for effort and physical play. After leaving the Vikings, Boyd spent time with the Arizona Cardinals and Houston Texans. The Jets added Boyd earlier this year to strengthen their depth in the secondary.
His time with the Jets has been disrupted by injuries. He was placed on injured reserve earlier in the season and had not appeared in a game for New York before the shooting. Despite limited on-field activity, he remained part of the roster and was expected to contribute once fully healthy.
Boyd’s situation has now shifted from football concerns to far more serious ones.
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