Freo won't make 8. I really believe that. Not just stirring the pot. Freo is slow and has one of the worst midfields in the comp, arguably the worst (bombers aren't too flash).
IMPROVERS
Geel Port Hawks Coll Saints (the big improvers in 08) WCE (still think they will but will still make 8 if they don't)
That is 6 teams.
Leaves two places for
Adel Sydney Brisbane Roos
that is 10 without even considering Freo.
They may even finish lower than 11/12 as Richmond and Carlton will also improve.
Just can't see where the improvment will come from.