Errict Rhett is the CEO of both Errict Rhett Custom Homes and The Errict Rhett Foundation, which was originally founded in Cleveland, Ohio and supports the provision of affordable housing. He graduated from McArthur High School in 1989 with a football scholarship to the University of Florida, where he received All-American Honors in football and wrestling.

At Florida, Rhett broke Emmitt Smith's career rushing record, finishing with 4,163 yards and leading the Gators in rushing for all four seasons of his college career. He was named MVP of the 1994 Sugar Bowl, rushing for 105 yards and three touchdowns in the Gator's 41-7 victory over West Virginia. Rhett holds a graduate degree in health and human performance from the same institution.

Rhett played in 7 NFL seasons, from 1994 to 2000. During his rookie campaign with Tampa Bay, he rushed for 1,011 yards and 7 touchdowns. He was named rookie of the year in 1994. Rhett had a career year the following season when he rushed for 1,207 yards and 11 touchdowns. Rhett was traded to Baltimore Ravens in 1998 and finished his career with the Cleveland Browns. His best post-Tampa Bay season came in 1999 when he rushed for 852 yards as a member of the Baltimore Ravens. Rhett's career ended when the Cleveland Browns waived him right before the start of the 2001 season. He finished with 4,143 career rushing yards and 32 touchdowns (29 rushing).

He is actively involved with various football camps around the country and currently serves as a sports radio personality with WFTL. A former member of the H.O.M.E.S., Inc. Board, Rhett has returned in late 2007 to assist with the efforts of the organization.