The 2023 McNeese Cowboys football team represented McNeese State University as a member of the Southland Conference during the 2023 NCAA Division I FCS football season. Led by second-year head coach Gary Goff, the Cowboys played home games at Cowboy Stadium in Lake Charles, Louisiana.
The Southland Conference released their preseason poll on July 24, 2023. The Cowboys were picked to finish third in the conference.
The Southland Conference announced the 2023 preseason all-conference football team selections on July 21, 2023. McNeese had a total of 4 players selected.
Offense
1st Team
2nd Team
Defense
2nd Team
The Southland Conference announced the 2023 all-conference football team selections on November 22, 2023. Three McNeese players were selected.
Offense
2nd Team
Defense
1st Team