Jacob Batalon, known for playing Ned Leeds in the Marvel Cinematic Universe's Spider-Man films, has commented on the possibility of his character becoming the Hobgoblin in the upcoming film 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day'. In a recent interview, Batalon stated he would be 'open' to the storyline, but emphasized that no decisions have been made by Marvel Studios.
The actor's remarks come amid fan speculation following the events of 'Spider-Man: No Way Home', where Ned Leeds was shown to have magical abilities. However, in the comics, Ned Leeds is the original Hobgoblin, a fact that has fueled rumors about his MCU future.
As of July 23, 2026, Marvel has not confirmed any plot details for 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day', which is set to release in 2026. Batalon's comments remain speculative, and no official casting or storyline announcements have been made.
