Cardona (personal/calf) was a full participant in Wednesday's practice.
Cardona was ruled out of Sunday's game versus the Texans due to a personal matter, not a calf injury, Doug Kyed of the Boston Herald reports.
Cardona signed a four-year contract with the Patriots on Thursday, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
Cardona (foot) was placed on injured reserve Friday, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.
Cardona (foot) has been ruled out to return this season, Chris Mason of Mass Live reports.
Cardona (ankle) practiced fully Thursday, per the team's official site.
Cardona signed a four-year contract extension with the Patriots on Friday, Mike Reiss of ESPN.com reports.