1970 East Texas State Lions football team

The 1970 East Texas State Lions football team represented East Texas State University in the 1970 NAIA football season. They were led by head coach Ernest Hawkins, who was in his seventh season at East Texas State. The Lions played their home games at Memorial Stadium and were members of the Lone Star Conference. The Lions finished 5–6 overall and 4–5 in conference play.

All-Americans

 * Dub Lewis, First Team, Offensive Line
 * Dwight White, Honorable Mention, Defensive Line

LSC First Team

 * Dub Lewis, Offensive Line
 * Dwight White, Defensive Line

LSC Second Team

 * George Daskalakes, Receiver
 * Morris Minatee, Offensive Line

LSC Honorable Mention

 * Bill Allison, Fullback
 * Lowry Briley, Defensive Back
 * Jim Dietz, Quarterback
 * Terry Smith, Tight End
 * Doug Walker, Linebacker
 * Curtis Wester, Offensive Line