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New York Jets coach Aaron Glenn revealed that he has been in contact with defensive back Kris Boyd and feels certain the athlete will be OK after suffering a gunshot wound in central New York early Sunday morning.

Glenn described that Boyd, currently in the hospital, was “positive” during a recent discussion.

“That gives me comfort, is that his mood is upbeat,” Glenn stated on Wednesday. “His wife and child, they’re in good spirits and he is expected to recover fully.”

The coach did not know when Boyd might be released the medical facility, where his condition is described as serious yet stable.

“Still unsure,” the coach said. “However, I can share, from our conversation, his attitude was encouraging. Once more, that’s what gives me comfort, because of his outlook and he’s talking that way.”

NYPD released video stills earlier this week of a suspect in the incident involving Boyd. A motive for the shooting is currently under review and officials stated it’s not clear if Boyd was singled out. No one else was hurt were reported.

The incident occurred around 2 a.m. on Sunday morning in the area between the famous arena and the iconic square. Boyd, in his late twenties, was admitted to a medical center after being shot in the abdomen, police said. The shooter fled the scene.

Glenn shared Boyd has been in his thoughts “a ton” since the news broke. The coach said that Boyd and his wife just had a newborn.

“What immediately crossed my mind, he has a new baby,” Glenn said. “My mind went to his family, worrying about his newborn and I hope he recovers fully. Those thoughts dominated my thinking.

“There’s a process to this, I’ll keep private, but I’m happy at the fact that he’s going to come out of this thing really, really well.”

Boyd did not participate during the current season, his debut year with New York, after his season was cut short due to injury on 18 August with a shoulder injury that required surgery.

Boyd came to New York as a new signing in spring and was projected as an important component of a revamped special teams unit under Glenn and special teams coordinator Chris Banjo. However, he got hurt during a practice session on 2 August and had to be helped off.

Boyd continued to be present throughout the season while healing from his surgery.

“He’s been a part of what we’re doing,” Glenn stated. “In fact, he attends every game. He is completely involved. As one of the league’s best on special teams, he has been instrumental in guiding others.”

Boyd, from Texas, began his career with Minnesota after getting drafted in the seventh round by the Vikings out of UT in 2019. He signed with the Arizona Cardinals in 2023 and later was with the Texans after that. Boyd agreed to a one-year deal for $1.6 million with the Jets in March.