WATCH: Runaway Cow Causes Chaos in Texas After Escaping RodeoHouston

HOUSTON, Tx. (KPEL News) - Imagine driving down the highway, minding your own business, when suddenly, a large cow runs past your vehicle! That’s exactly what drivers in Houston experienced on Tuesday after a cow escaped RodeoHouston and bolted away from NRG Stadium in the opposite direction.

The Houston Police Officers' Union (HPOU) posted a video capturing the moment the cow ran loose outside the gates.

The Great Escape

According to the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, the cow got loose around 7:00 AM on Tuesday. Fortunately, she was quickly corralled before causing any major disruptions.

Watch: The Moment a Man Tries (and Fails) to Catch the Cow

In the video, one man makes a brave attempt to grab the rope attached to the cow. But instead of stopping the runaway bovine, he trips and falls, failing to get a firm grip.

Social media users quickly chimed in with their reactions:

@Lorionafarm: "That man took one for the team! Great try!"
@dwayneawhite: "Bro tried to bring out his inner cowboy, but reality hit."
@InvisibleHand78: "Gotta love that Rodeo time of year in Houston!"

What Is RodeoHouston?

The RODEOHOUSTON Super Series is a 20-day tournament-style competition featuring some of the biggest names in bareback riding, bull riding, saddle bronc riding, steer wrestling, tie-down roping, team roping, and women’s barrel racing and breakaway roping.

The event runs from March 4 – 23, 2025, at NRG Stadium in Houston.