Jets’ Kris Boyd In Critical Condition After Being Shot In New York City

Kris Boyd, a cornerback for the New York Jets, is in critical condition at Bellevue Hospital after being shot in Midtown during the early morning hours Sunday, according to police and franchise officials via the New York Post.

Per the police, the shooting occurred not long after 2 a.m. on West 38th Street around Seventh Avenue. Police did not identify the victim.

Sources later confirmed to the New York Post that the victim was the 29-year-old Boyd, with official confirmation ultimately coming from the Jets and the NFL. (RELATED: Lions’ Amon-Ra St. Brown Apologizes If Anyone Was Offended By His ‘Trump Dance’)

“We are aware of the situation involving Kris Boyd and will have no further comment at this time,” stated a team representative, per the outlet.

Police sources told The Post that Boyd was shot in the abdomen while outside Sei Less restaurant following a dispute escalating into violence, with the suspect firing two rounds.

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New York #Jets cornerback Kris Boyd is in critical condition after reportedly getting SHOT in Manhattan.

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Boyd is clinging to life at Bellevue Hospital, police sources tell the NY Post.

Just heartbreaking. Thoughts and prayers to Kris and his family. pic.twitter.com/nSlmGQU47B

— MLFootball (@MLFootball) November 16, 2025

The Post’s sources stated Boyd was hanging out with friends outside the popular establishment when an argument escalated into gunfire — though it’s not clear whether or not he was the actual target.

Per the sources, the shooter fled in a BMW X6 SUV, though witnesses refused to cooperate with police.

Police said no arrests have been made and the shooting is still being investigated, according to the New York Post.