If you bet on the alligator, you're wrong ... and possibly a little chauvinistic. When it comes to people from Texas, they're usually the odds on favorite. Ok, I'm a little biased when it comes to Texas and Texans but this little girl totally lived up to the "Texans are better" mantra. Her Dad and her brother pulled the beast from the water then Jocelyn Roberts stepped in to finish the job on a ranch in Rye, Texas near Houston. What to Do If You Encounter a Wild Alligator in Texas Most of us hope we never encounter a wild alligator while on a stroll in Texas, but follow this guide in case you ever end up in this scary situation!