For someone as famous as Rosen, the willingness to take a stand can be divisive. It's why so many NFL players prefer diplomacy over honesty, as drab answers don't make national waves. Rosen has dealt with serious blowback for his lack of political correctness, and yet, he doesn't change.

"I've never held myself back at any point," Rosen said. "If y'all ask me about it in an interview, I'm going to answer."

Rodgers -- known for speaking the truth himself -- appreciates Rosen's candor when the easy way out is to spout clichés.

"Oh, hell yeah," Rodgers said. "I respect it. He's going to let you know what he's thinking and live with the consequences. I think there's a lot to be said for that honesty. Also, he knows what he's talking about. He's a thoughtful guy. He's not just popping off at the collar. He's thought about the things that he wants to say and stands behind his words."

Rodgers' point proves prescient when the conversation with Rosen weaves into politics -- an untouchable topic for many of his stature, but one Rosen brings up himself. The midterm election results are still fresh and he is excited about the newfound diversity that has landed in Congress.

"We had NFL players win," Rosen said. "We had the first gay person, the first Muslim."

Rosen is encouraged by the increased political aptitude of twentysomethings like himself, an age group notorious for its apathy.

"I think a lot of kids are more aware, especially with social media, than they've ever been," Rosen said. "You saw these school shootings, and the (expletive) students are starting to fight back now. I think it's a general societal thing. In the past, social structures and leadership used to be very defined and clear-cut. Nowadays, people are starting to realize that a good idea is a good idea, regardless of where it comes from."

The discussion eventually circles back to climate change. Rosen does what he can to help the environment – he drives an electric car and wears cleats made from plastic fished from the ocean, among other things -- but knows it will take a global effort for drastic change to result.

Rosen believes the evidence of impending danger is overwhelming, and "it's literally just people swallowing their pride" and enacting change.

It's no secret that Rosen's words have a partisan element to them, and by being outspoken, he risks alienating some fans. Despite this, Rosen is unwavering. The yearning for a better tomorrow supersedes concerns about his own popularity.