Hulk was at Newark Airport Friday when he told the photog his famous counterpart seems to be improving. As we reported, Ric had been placed in a medically-induced coma earlier this week and underwent surgery Monday.

As far as we know Ric is still in critical condition after suffering multiple organ problems.

On a much lighter note, Hulk scoffs at Stone Cold Steve Austin, who just bragged he could easily go toe-to-toe with the Hulkster.