The Northeastern State RiverHawks football program represents Northeastern State University in college football and competes in the NCAA Division II.

In 2012, Northeastern State became member of the Mid-America Intercollegiate Athletics Association (MIAA), and has remained in the league.

[3] NSU's home games are played at Doc Wadley Stadium in Tahlequah, Oklahoma.

[5] The team is currently coached by Darrin Chiaverini, who began his tenure in 2024.

[6] The Riverhawks have played their home games at Doc Wadley Stadium since 1964.