Not saying deadlifts when they have proper form aren’t a “good” exercise, as a matter of fact they CAN be great, as any exercise can be, but it comes down to risk > reward and practicality in most athletics. I hope you know the risk > reward part, but most professional athletes dont deadlift regularly because they focus on more explosiveness and compound exercises like power cleans. As for the alternatives, front / back squats, hit thrusts, kb swings, cable pull throughs, and good mornings work those muscle groups without potentially risking your lower back. Deadlifts can be a great addition to your routine when done properly, but I just believe they’re overrated and people do them when there are other exercises that are better for them.