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Jets head coach Aaron Glenn has stated that he recently spoke with defensive back Kris Boyd and feels certain the player will recover well after suffering a gunshot wound in central New York early Sunday morning.

Glenn shared that Boyd, who is hospitalized, was “in good spirits” during a recent discussion.

“That gives me comfort, is that his mood is upbeat,” Glenn said Wednesday. “His wife and child, they are doing well and he will walk away from this just fine.”

It remained unclear when Boyd might be released the hospital, where his condition is described as critical but stable.

“Don’t know just yet,” the coach said. “However, I can share, from our conversation, he seemed very positive. Furthermore, that puts my mind at ease, that he feels like that and his words reflect that optimism.”

NYPD shared security footage Monday of a man sought in the incident involving Boyd. The reason behind the incident is currently under review and officials stated it is unknown if Boyd was targeted. No other injuries according to reports.

The incident occurred in the early morning on Sunday morning about halfway between the famous arena and the bustling tourist spot. Boyd, 29, was taken to a medical center after suffering a wound to the stomach, according to authorities. The shooter fled the scene.

Glenn mentioned Boyd has been on his mind “constantly” since the news broke. He further stated that Boyd and his spouse just had a child.

“My initial concern, he recently became a father,” Glenn said. “And I’m thinking about his wife, I’m thinking about his kid and I want to make sure that he’s OK. That was my main concern.

“A certain process is underway, which I won’t get into, but I am pleased that his outcome looks very positive.”

Boyd did not participate this season, after joining the team, after being placed on injured reserve on August 18 with a shoulder issue that required surgery.

He joined the Jets as a free agent in spring and was projected as an important component of a revamped special teams unit under Glenn and special teams coordinator the special teams coach. However, he got hurt during a practice session on early August and was carted from the field.

Boyd has remained around the team during the entire campaign while working his way back.

“He remains involved with our activities,” Glenn commented. “I mean, he comes to the games all the time. His commitment is total. As one of the league’s best on special teams, he has excelled at supporting his teammates.”

Boyd, a Texas native, began his career with Minnesota after getting drafted in the seventh round by Minnesota out of UT in the 2019 draft. He signed with the Arizona Cardinals in last year and later was with the Texans later that season. Boyd inked a single-season agreement for $1.6 million with the Jets in March.