The 2023 Central Missouri Mules football team represented the University of Central Missouri as a member of the Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association during the 2023 NCAA Division II football season.
Led by 2nd-year head coach Josh Lamberson, the Mules compiled an overall record of 11–2 with a mark of 9–1 in conference play; sharing the MIAA championship.
Central Missouri beat Henderson State in the first round before losing to the eventual champions, Harding, in the second round.
Central Missouri played home games at Audrey J. Walton Stadium in Warrensburg, Missouri.
Quarterback transfer Zach Zebrowski from Southern Illinois was named the Harlon Hill Trophy winner following the season.